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Garlic Butter Crab Toasts

Garlic Butter Crab Toasts

Garlic Butter Crab Toasts are a quick and elegant appetizer combining rich garlic-infused butter with sweet crab meat atop perfectly toasted bread. Ready in under 20 minutes, they deliver a luxurious, flavorful bite with a crispy texture, ideal for entertaining or quick snacks.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Garlic Butter Crab Mixture

  • 4 tablespoons creamy butter
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
  • 1 cup fresh or canned crab meat
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

For the Toast

  • 1 French baguette or similar crusty bread, sliced about 1/2 inch thick

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add finely minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, infusing the butter with garlic flavor.
  2. Add the Crab Meat: Gently fold the crab meat into the warm garlic butter to preserve its texture. Add fresh lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and stir carefully to combine.
  3. Prepare the Toast: Slice the bread into 1/2 inch thick slices. Toast these slices in a preheated oven or toaster until crisp on the outside but still soft inside to prevent sogginess.
  4. Assemble the Toasts: Spoon generous amounts of the garlic butter crab mixture onto each toasted slice. Spread evenly without smashing the crab. Top with freshly chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
  5. Broil for Finishing Touch: Place the toasts on a baking sheet and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until edges are golden and tops are bubbling. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Notes

  • Choose fresh lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook garlic just until fragrant to prevent bitterness.
  • Use day-old bread for crispier toast that holds toppings better.
  • Keep an eye on toasts while broiling to avoid burning.
  • Layer toppings lightly to maintain crispness.
  • Store leftover crab mixture separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Freeze crab mixture (not assembled toasts) in a sealed container for up to 1 month; thaw overnight before reheating.
  • Reheat crab mixture gently on low heat and toast fresh bread before assembling.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free optional (use gluten-free bread)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 toast
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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