Crab Meat Au Gratin Recipe

Craving a taste of New Orleans? This decadent Crab Meat Au Gratin recipe is inspired by a famous restaurant's secret (almost!). Imagine succulent crab meat baked to perfection in a creamy, cheesy sauce, topped with a golden-brown, crusty breadcrumb topping. This recipe captures that unforgettable flavor, bringing a touch of New Orleans magic to your kitchen. Get ready for a culinary masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 331.7 kcal
Protein 56g
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Ingredients for Crab Meat Au Gratin

  • 1 1/2 pounds lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • Onion
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Prepared Mustard
  • American Cheese
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • White Pepper
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Dash of paprika

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How to Make Crab Meat Au Gratin

  1. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and is smooth.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in pepper, nutmeg, and Dijon mustard.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of the Gruyère cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and lemon juice.
  7. Gently fold in the crab meat into the cheese sauce.
  8. Pour the crab mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Pour the egg yolk mixture evenly over the crab mixture.
  10. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese with breadcrumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the top.
  11. Sprinkle with a dash of paprika.
  12. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

48g

Carbs

5g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks Main Courses Lunch Main Dish / Dinner Seafood European French The Americas American Cajun & Creole Southern Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Main Dish Seafood American Cajun Southern United States Crab Creole One Dish Meal Shellfish Presentation Served Hot

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crab Meat Au Gratin?

Crab Meat Au Gratin takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crab Meat Au Gratin?

Crab Meat Au Gratin has approximately 331.7 calories per serving, with about 56 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crab Meat Au Gratin?

The key ingredients for Crab Meat Au Gratin are Crabmeat, Butter, Onion, Celery, All Purpose Flour, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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