Description
📌 Recipe Description
This Crab Brulee recipe is a stunning savory twist on the classic dessert. Featuring creamy, rich custard infused with nutmeg and lemon zest, combined with delicate, sweet crab meat, and finished with a crisp caramelized sugar top, it’s a dish that is as impressive as it is delicious. Perfect as an elegant appetizer, a unique brunch dish, or a gourmet treat for seafood lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh crab meat (canned can be used if necessary)
- 5 large egg yolks
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black or white pepper
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Chopped herbs (parsley, chives, or cilantro)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for caramelized topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160ºC/320ºF.
- In a mixing bowl, separate the 5 egg yolks and set them aside.
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
- Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg, ensuring even mixing.
- Slowly temper the eggs by gradually adding the warm cream mixture while whisking continuously to avoid curdling.
- Strain the mixture through a fine sieve for an ultra-smooth custard texture.
- Stir in lemon zest for a fresh, bright flavor.
- Divide the crab meat evenly among four ramekins and top with chopped herbs.
- Pour the custard mixture over the crab, leaving a small gap at the top.
- Place ramekins in a baking dish and add hot water until it reaches about one-third up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over each custard.
- Caramelize the sugar using a kitchen torch or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- A water bath is essential for achieving a creamy, smooth custard.
- If using canned crab, drain it well to avoid excess moisture.
- Experiment with different herbs to find your preferred flavor combination.
- Move the kitchen torch in small circles for even caramelization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
Keywords: crab brulee, savory creme brulee, seafood custard, elegant appetizer, unique seafood dish