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Crab Spread Toast
This simple yet flavorful crab spread toast is a nostalgic appetizer that evokes the charm of mid-century cocktail parties. With a base of tender crabmeat, creamy mayonnaise, and aromatic scallion and parsley, it's lifted by a hint of soy sauce, garlic, and a whisper of umami from accent seasoning. Toasted bread gives it a crispy base, while the broiled topping turns golden and delicious. It’s a wonderful way to stretch a small amount of seafood into an elegant bite-sized treat for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 137 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup crabmeat
  • ⅛-¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1½ tbsp egg white (beaten )
  • 1 tsp scallion (minced )
  • 1 tsp parsley (minced )
  • ½ tsp soy sauce
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch msg (optional)
  • 4 slices white bread ( or sandwich bread)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Mix the Base

  • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and minced crabmeat.
  • Add scallion, parsley, soy sauce, salt, garlic powder, and Accent (if using). Mix well.

Step 2: Add Egg White

  • Fold in the beaten egg white until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 3: Toast Bread

  • Lightly toast one side of the bread slices under the broiler or in a toaster oven.

Step 4: Spread and Broil

  • Spread the crab mixture generously on the untoasted side of each slice.
  • Place under the broiler and cook until lightly browned and bubbly, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Cut into halves or quarters for serving.

Tips

  • Use lump crabmeat for a more elegant texture
  • Substitute lemon juice for soya sauce for a brighter flavor
  • Add a pinch of Old Bay or paprika for extra seasoning
  • Serve on baguette slices instead of sandwich bread
  • Broil just until lightly browned to avoid drying out
  • Mix by hand gently to keep crab pieces intact
  • Garnish with extra parsley before serving
  • Serve warm as written or chilled as a cold spread
  • Works well as a topping for crackers or crostini

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 401mgPotassium: 89mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
Keyword broiled toast, crab spread, party food, retro recipe, seafood snack, vintage appetizer
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