Description
Crab Brulee: A luxurious twist on a classic!
This weekend is a suitable time to stop in and enjoy a delicious Crab Brulee Recipe. Did you know it is effortless to make at home, with few ingredients and materials?
Simply prepare a crab creme brulee using egg yolks, salt, imitation crab, and your preferred seasoning. Pour the mixture into ramekins, bake in the oven, and allow it to cool. Then, sprinkle sugar on top and use either a torch or an oven grill to caramelize it. Just like that, your creamy and crispy savoury crab brulee is complete—delicious and quick to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh crab meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Set the Oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- To make the Custard Base: Combine the heavy cream, egg yolks, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Gently stir in the chopped chives and fresh crab meat until thoroughly mixed.
- Bake the Custards: Transfer the mixture into ramekins and set them in a bain-marie or baking dish with boiling water. Bake for 30-45 minutes until the edges are firm, but the centre is still jiggly.
- Chill the Custards: Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool a bit. Then, put them in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set completely.
- Caramelize the Sugar Topping: Before serving, dust a thin layer of sugar over each Custard and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the top until golden and bubbly. If you don’t have a torch, you can broil them for a while, but be careful not to burn the sugar.
- Garnish: Garnish with chopped chives.
- Serve and Enjoy: Allow the caramelized sugar to harden for a minute before serving. For a delightful meal, serve with a side salad, crackers, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Dry crab meat: Ensure the crab meat is as dry as possible to prevent the Custard from becoming watery.
- Use Fresh Crab Meat: Fresh crab meat has the best flavour and texture.
- Whisk the Custard Thoroughly: To make a smooth custard base, thoroughly mix the egg yolks and heavy cream. This will help produce a smooth texture.
- Season Carefully: Taste the crab mixture before adding it to the custard base. Adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper to bring out the flavors.
- Check for Doneness: When you remove the custards from the oven, they should be set but still have a little jiggly centre.
- Chill Completely: Before putting the custards in the refrigerator, let them cool at room temperature.
- Caramelize the Sugar Evenly: To caramelize the sugar equally, rotate the cooking torch in a circular motion. If using a grill, oversee the custards to avoid scorching.
- Serve Immediately: Before serving, allow the caramelized sugar topping to cool. This will give you the ideal balance between the creamy crust and crispy sugar crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: French