Elegant Crab Meat Bruschetta
Whole Crab Legs? Indulge in our ‘Crab Meat Bruschetta’ Recipe ★
Why settle for ordinary finger food? This ‘Crab Meat Bruschetta’ is a perfect bite-sized delight ★ Featuring plump crab leg meat, it’s a world away from imitation crab sticks ★ A creation from ‘Man-gae Recipe’, The World’s All Recipes.
Essential Ingredients
- 1 Baguette (sliced into approximately 2cm thick rounds)
- 1 Can of Crab Meat (drained and lightly flaked)
- 3 Hard-boiled Eggs (peeled and mashed)
- 1/3 Onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 Bell Pepper (finely diced, use red or yellow for color)
- 1.5 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/3 Tsp Salt (or to taste)
- Pinch of Black Pepper (freshly ground is best)
- 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- A pinch of Sugar (approx. 1/2 tsp)
- Pinch of Parsley Flakes (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the delicious filling for our bruschetta! Finely dice the onion and bell pepper. Avoid large chunks for a better texture. Once the hard-boiled eggs are peeled, mash them thoroughly with a fork or a potato masher until smooth and lump-free. Having your ingredients prepped like this will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
Now it’s time to toast the baguette! Slice the baguette into rounds about 2cm thick. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat with a little olive oil. Toast the baguette slices on both sides until golden brown and slightly crispy. Be careful not to burn them – achieving a nice crispness is key. While the bread toasts, add a touch more olive oil to the same pan and sauté the finely diced onion and bell pepper until they become translucent. Cook until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
Step 3
Alright, let’s bring all those wonderful filling ingredients together! In a large bowl, combine the mashed hard-boiled eggs, the sautéed onion and bell pepper, and the flaked crab meat. Add the mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, and sugar. Gently mix everything together with a spatula or spoon until well combined. Be careful not to overmix or mash the crab meat too much. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with more salt or mayonnaise if needed.
Step 4
This is the final step! Generously spoon the crab meat mixture onto the toasted baguette slices. Shape it nicely, and for a beautiful finish, sprinkle with parsley flakes. Your elegant ‘Crab Meat Bruschetta’ is ready! This sophisticated finger food comes together quickly. Enjoy it immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for a delightful cool appetizer. Make your special occasions even more memorable with this delicious crab meat bruschetta shared with loved ones!
