A B L C Avocado Bacon Lettuce Crab Recipe

Experience the culinary genius of Chef Vitaly Paley with this decadent Avocado Bacon Lettuce Crab (A-B-L-C) Croissant Sandwich recipe! Inspired by Paley's Place in Portland, Oregon, this recipe combines crispy bacon, succulent crab salad, creamy avocado, and crisp lettuce for a flavor explosion in every bite. Quick and easy to make (ready in under 30 minutes!), this recipe is perfect for a luxurious lunch or light dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 477.7 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
A B L C Avocado Bacon Lettuce Crab

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Ingredients for A B L C Avocado Bacon Lettuce Crab

  • Smoked Bacon
  • Dungeness Crabmeat
  • 1/2 medium apple, finely diced
  • Tabasco Sauce
  • Red Onion
  • Lime
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 8 croissants
  • Lettuce
  • Avocados

How to Make A B L C Avocado Bacon Lettuce Crab

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  2. In a medium bowl, gently combine crab meat, diced apple, Tabasco sauce, chopped red onion, lime juice, parsley, and dill.
  3. Add half of the mayonnaise (2 tablespoons) to the crab mixture and stir gently to combine. Do not overmix.
  4. Cut the croissants in half. Spread a thin layer of remaining mayonnaise on both the top and bottom halves of each croissant.
  5. Divide the crab salad evenly among the bottom halves of the croissants.
  6. Top each croissant with several slices of avocado and a lettuce leaf.
  7. Gently fold the top half of the croissant over the filling and serve immediately. Optional: Crumble cooked bacon on top before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

48g

Carbs

12g