Crab Fondue

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Health score
4%
Crab Fondue
25 min.
8
372kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Crab Fondue, a dish that promises to elevate any gathering with its luxurious flavors and inviting aroma. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this fondue is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings people together around the table. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or friendly get-togethers.

Imagine dipping warm, crusty bread cubes into a velvety blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and succulent lump crab meat, all enhanced by the zesty notes of lemon and the aromatic kick of Old Bay seasoning. Each bite is a harmonious balance of flavors, with the creamy base perfectly complementing the sweetness of the crab. The optional splash of dry white wine or sherry adds a sophisticated touch, making this fondue a standout dish that will impress your guests.

Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner party or simply craving a comforting meal, Crab Fondue is sure to satisfy. Serve it in a charming fondue pot or chafing dish to keep it warm, and watch as your friends and family gather around, eager to dip and savor every delicious morsel. Get ready to create unforgettable memories with this delightful dish that combines simplicity with gourmet flair!

Ingredients

  • 18 ounces cream cheese (3 6-oz packages)
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon mustard yellow ( or Dijon)
  • Tbsp powdered sugar (or 1 Tbsp cornstarch if you want to skip the sugar)
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • teaspoons old bay seasoning with a little ground ginger and cayenne) to taste ( )
  • 0.3 cup cooking wine dry white dry
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest 
  • 0.8 pound lump crab meat fresh canned
  • 0.3 cup green onion greens chopped
  • cubes loaf bread fresh french italian cubed (best not or will fall apart when dipped)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • pot
  • double boiler

Directions

  1. Make fondue base: Slowly heat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, powdered sugar, garlic powder, Old Bay, lemon zest, and mustard in a double boiler until the cheese is completely melted.
  2. (If you don't have a double boiler, fill a saucepan a third of the way with water and bring to a boil, place a metal bowl over the saucepan. This will work as a double boiler.)
  3. Stir in the wine, lemon juice, crab, and onion greens: Slowly stir in the wine and lemon juice (adjust quantities to taste and desired consistency). Slowly stir in the crab meat and onion greens.
  4. Transfer to chafing dish or fondue pot: To serve, transfer to a heated chafing dish or fondue pot to keep warm.
  5. Serve with bread cubes and forks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories372kcal
Protein13.02%
Fat79.77%
Carbs7.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.46
Glycemic Load
1.11
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.29478272407%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.24kcal
18.61%
Fat:32.74g
50.37%
Saturated Fat:14.58g
91.14%
Carbohydrates:6.66g
2.22%
Net Carbohydrates:6.45g
2.34%
Sugar:4.64g
5.16%
Cholesterol:88.16mg
29.39%
Sodium:653.34mg
28.41%
Alcohol:0.77g
100%
Alcohol %:0.72%
100%
Protein:12.02g
24.04%
Vitamin B12:3.98µg
66.41%
Vitamin K:34.7µg
33.05%
Selenium:21.66µg
30.94%
Copper:0.42mg
20.77%
Zinc:2.92mg
19.46%
Vitamin A:920.88IU
18.42%
Phosphorus:169.37mg
16.94%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.23%
Calcium:91.55mg
9.15%
Magnesium:29.78mg
7.45%
Folate:28.31µg
7.08%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.91%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.86%
Potassium:195.55mg
5.59%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.48%
Vitamin C:4.19mg
5.08%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.85%
Iron:0.62mg
3.46%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.89%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.71%