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How to Make Crab Norfolk at Home

This simple Northeastern crab dish is the perfect summer appetizer. Lump crab meat is gently cooked in butter, vinegar and seasoning for a fresh and simple seafood dish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 173 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: North American , American

Ingredients

  • 12 Ounces lump crab meat
  • 4 Tablespoons butter Divided
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar Tarragon or wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Seafood Seasoning optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Combine the seasonings and liquid ingredients in a small bowl or mixing bowl.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat, in a stove and oven safe dish. Add the crab and cook for about 1-2 minutes. Gently stir in the seasoning and liquid and gently mix, then remove from the heat.
  4. Top with the additional 2 tablespoons of butter and add the pan to the oven. Bake for 4-6 minutes until slightly browned.
  5. Remove and serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Information

Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 0.3g (0%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 66mg (22%) Sodium 819mg (34%) Potassium 183mg (5%) Fiber 0.03g (0%) Sugar 0.1g (0%) Vitamin A 384IU (8%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 44mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173

% Daily Value*

Calories 173kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 0.3g 0%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 819mg 34%
Potassium 183mg 4%
Fiber 0.03g 0%
Sugar 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 384IU 8%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 44mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.