Hot Crab Shrimp Sandwiches Recipe

Dive into a flavor explosion with this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe for Hot Crab & Shrimp Sandwiches! This recipe is quick to make (ready in under 30 minutes!), incredibly satisfying, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Featuring succulent crab and shrimp (or double the crab for a seafood lover's delight!), this recipe is adaptable to your preferences. Using imitation crab is perfectly fine, but fresh crab will elevate this dish to a whole new level of deliciousness. Get ready for melted cheese, juicy tomatoes, and a delightful combination of seafood flavors – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend treat!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 286.6 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Crab Shrimp Sandwiches

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How to Make Hot Crab Shrimp Sandwiches

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, gently combine 1/2 lb cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined), 1/2 lb imitation crab meat (or 3/4 lb for crab-only), 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 cups shredded lettuce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  3. Slice 4 slices of your favorite bread. Place 2 slices of tomato on the bottom half of each slice of bread.
  4. Spoon the crab and shrimp mixture evenly onto the tomato slices.
  5. Top each sandwich with 2 slices of your favorite cheese (e.g., cheddar, provolone).
  6. Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with avocado slices (optional) and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

39g

Carbs

5g