These Creamy Crab Stuffed Mushrooms are an elegant and delicious appetizer, perfect for any special occasion or gathering. Filled with a rich and savory crab mixture, these mushrooms are sure to impress your guests.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍄 16 large white or cremini mushrooms, stems removed and finely chopped
- 🦀 8 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 🧀 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🧀 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 🧂 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 🌿 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- 🧂 Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 🌿 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 🧈 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
📝 Directions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Finely chop the stems and set aside.
- Cook the Filling:
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped mushroom stems, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped parsley.
- Stuff the Mushrooms:
- Spoon the crab mixture into the mushroom caps, pressing gently to fill them well.
- Prepare the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the stuffed mushrooms.
- Bake:
- Arrange the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tops are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Allow the stuffed mushrooms to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 16 stuffed mushrooms
Calories: 80 kcal per mushroom
💡 Notes:
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the filling mixture.
- These stuffed mushrooms can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving. Keep them covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- If you don’t have crab meat, you can substitute with cooked shrimp or a combination of seafood.