Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon

Health score
1%
Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon
45 min.
7
150kcal

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Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon, a delightful dish that elevates any gathering. Perfect as an antipasti, starter, or snack, this recipe is designed to impress your guests while being surprisingly easy to prepare. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning appetizer that showcases the delicate sweetness of lump crabmeat, harmoniously blended with the bright, zesty notes of Meyer lemon.

The unique twist of harissa paste adds a subtle warmth, enhancing the overall flavor profile without overpowering the crab. Each bite is a perfect balance of rich, creamy butter and the refreshing citrusy zing of lemon, making it a standout dish for any occasion. Serve it alongside buttered toast points for a delightful crunch that complements the smooth crab butter.

Whether you're hosting a sophisticated dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its elegant presentation and exquisite taste, it invites everyone to savor the moment and indulge in the finer things in life. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this exquisite dish that embodies the essence of gourmet dining at home!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon ground pepper 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  •  lemon zest finely grated for garnish thin (2 teaspoons zest, 3 tablespoons juice, plus slices )
  • ounces lump crab meat picked over for shells
  • tablespoons cooking sherry 
  • servings buttered toast 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted pure room temperature (preferably Kerrygold Irish)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • butter knife

Directions

  1. Bring juice and Sherry to a boil in a smallsaucepan over medium-high heat; cookuntil reduced to 1 tablespoon, about 3 minutes.
  2. Transfer to a mini-processor; let cool.
  3. Addbutter, lemon zest, and harissa; purée untilsmooth.
  4. Transfer to a small bowl. Seasonto taste with salt and pepper. Gently foldcrabmeat into butter (keep crab piecesintact). Pack crab butter into a crock,smoothing top with a butter knife. Cover andchill for at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.
  5. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
  6. Letstand until room temperature, about 1 hour,and serve with buttered toast points.

Nutrition Facts

Calories150kcal
Protein16.78%
Fat80.77%
Carbs2.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.93
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.4708696189134%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.58kcal
7.48%
Fat:13.27g
20.41%
Saturated Fat:8.26g
51.65%
Carbohydrates:0.9g
0.3%
Net Carbohydrates:0.77g
0.28%
Sugar:0.13g
0.15%
Cholesterol:48.02mg
16.01%
Sodium:278.86mg
12.12%
Alcohol:0.44g
100%
Alcohol %:1.03%
100%
Protein:6.2g
12.4%
Vitamin B12:2.94µg
49.06%
Selenium:12.3µg
17.57%
Copper:0.31mg
15.26%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.08%
Vitamin A:527.08IU
10.54%
Phosphorus:77.61mg
7.76%
Magnesium:17.5mg
4.38%
Folate:16.15µg
4.04%
Vitamin C:2.56mg
3.11%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.07%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.96%
Potassium:81.57mg
2.33%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.17%
Calcium:21.22mg
2.12%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.99%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.6%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.54%
Iron:0.27mg
1.51%
Vitamin K:1.56µg
1.49%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.37%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.35%
Source:Epicurious