Crab Tacos

Gluten Free
Crab Tacos
40 min.
40
40kcal

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Crab tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, offering a fresh and flavorful experience that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or looking for a unique appetizer to impress your guests, these gluten-free crab tacos are sure to be a hit. With their vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors, they make for an enticing antipasti or starter that will leave everyone wanting more.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm taco shell filled with tender, succulent crab meat, complemented by the creamy richness of avocado and the zesty kick of fresh lime juice. The addition of crisp lettuce and a sprinkle of cheese adds texture and flavor, while the homemade salsa, bursting with ripe tomatoes and aromatic garlic, elevates the dish to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of tastes and textures that will transport your taste buds straight to the coast.

Not only are these crab tacos delicious, but they are also quick and easy to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish. With a recipe that serves 40, they are perfect for parties, gatherings, or even a fun family dinner. So gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to impress your friends and family with these mouthwatering crab tacos that are as beautiful as they are delicious!

Ingredients

  •  avocado thinly sliced
  • ounces crabmeat shelled cooked
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh divided
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • cup lettuce thinly sliced
  • large jalapeno divided halved seeded sliced
  • 40 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  •  roma tomatoes halved seeded sliced
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded
  •  taco shells (see Notes)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Put tomatoes, garlic, half of the jalapeo, 1/4 cup cilantro, and the lime juice in a food processor and pulse a few times to chop.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set salsa aside.
  4. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saut onion and remaining jalapeo until soft, 4 minutes.
  5. Add crab and cook just until crab is warm, about 2 minutes.
  6. Put taco shells or tortillas on a baking pan and warm in oven, about 3 minutes. Arrange on a platter and fill with crab mixture, dividing evenly. Top crab with lettuce, cheese, and avocado.
  7. Sprinkle tacos with green onion and remaining 1/4 cup cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately, with salsa on the side or on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories40kcal
Protein20.17%
Fat52.6%
Carbs27.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.75
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.4391304403543%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:39.84kcal
1.99%
Fat:2.39g
3.68%
Saturated Fat:0.85g
5.31%
Carbohydrates:2.79g
0.93%
Net Carbohydrates:2.08g
0.76%
Sugar:0.43g
0.47%
Cholesterol:8.32mg
2.77%
Sodium:59.37mg
2.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.06g
4.12%
Selenium:3.4µg
4.86%
Vitamin K:4.55µg
4.34%
Phosphorus:37.78mg
3.78%
Vitamin C:3.1mg
3.76%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.65%
Copper:0.07mg
3.37%
Calcium:30.94mg
3.09%
Folate:11.89µg
2.97%
Fiber:0.7g
2.8%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.76%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.7%
Vitamin A:125.28IU
2.51%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.23%
Potassium:74.38mg
2.13%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.1%
Magnesium:7.82mg
1.96%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.77%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.74%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.55%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes