Olney Inn Imperial Crab Recipe

Relive history with this elegant and delicious crab recipe, inspired by the legendary Olney Inn (formerly Mechanicsburg, MD). A favorite of FDR, this dish boasts simple yet sophisticated flavors, perfect for a Christmas Eve feast or any special occasion. Imagine succulent crabmeat, delicately dressed in a creamy mayonnaise-based sauce, baked to golden perfection. This recipe transports you back to the golden age of Maryland hospitality!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 183.9 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Olney Inn Imperial Crab

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How to Make Olney Inn Imperial Crab

  1. Gently pick through 1 pound of jumbo lump crabmeat, removing any cartilage or shell fragments.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons finely chopped pimentos, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a few dashes of Tabasco sauce (to taste).
  3. Gently fold the crabmeat into the mayonnaise mixture. Be careful not to overmix and break up the crab lumps.
  4. Divide the crabmeat mixture evenly among 8 small, oven-safe shells (approximately 1/2 cup each).
  5. Top each crab-filled shell with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise.
  6. Sprinkle each shell generously with paprika.
  7. Arrange the filled shells on a shallow baking sheet.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and the mayonnaise is lightly golden.
  9. Garnish each crab shell with a sprig of fresh parsley or create a decorative cross using two thin strips of pimento.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

4g

Carbs

1g