Irresistible Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe
These irresistible crab-stuffed mushrooms feature tender button mushrooms filled with a creamy, flavorful mixture of lump crab meat, cream cheese, and Parmesan, seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and fresh green onions. Baked to golden perfection, they make a perfect appetizer or party snack that’s both elegant and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed mushrooms (serves 4 as appetizer) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 12 large button mushrooms
Filling
- 6 oz (170g) canned lump crab meat, drained
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms gently and carefully remove the stems to create hollow caps that will hold the crab filling.
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, drained crab meat, minced garlic, finely chopped green onions, fresh lemon juice, grated Parmesan, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Stuff Mushrooms: Generously fill each hollow mushroom cap with the prepared crab mixture, ensuring an even distribution of filling in each piece.
- Bake: Place the stuffed mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown and the mushrooms become tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, garnish the mushrooms with additional chopped green onions or fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy this delicious appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure mushrooms are cleaned with a damp cloth to preserve their texture.
- You can substitute fresh crab meat if available for enhanced flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Prepare the stuffed mushrooms ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
- Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for extra brightness.
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