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 transcends the ordinary antipasti experience. Perfect for sharing, this elegant appetizer showcases the sweet, delicate taste of crabmeat, harmoniously blended with the zesty brightness of Meyer lemon. The subtle complexity of harissa adds just the right amount of warmth and intrigue, making every bite an adventure for your palate.

Imagine gathering around the table with friends and family, savoring this exquisite preparation that pairs beautifully with buttered toast points. The creamy crab butter, lovingly crafted and allowed to chill, sets the stage for a memorable culinary experience. Whether you are hosting a sophisticated dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy evening with loved ones, this recipe is sure to impress and delight.

Not only is this dish visually stunning with its vibrant garnishes, but it also embodies the spirit of celebration, as each serving offers a taste of the ocean that feels truly special. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality starter that will have everyone asking for seconds. Elevate your next gathering with this luscious Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon - an appetizer that promises to be the star of the show!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon harissa paste or 
  • servings kosher salt and 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 points 
  • 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