Storming Crab Seafood Bread is a showstopper of a dish that's always a hit at my table.I take pride in selecting the freshest seafood mix, as it's the star of this indulgent recipe.A quick tip: use a crusty loaf as your base to support all the delicious, creamy toppings without getting soggy.The combination of garlic, cheese, and seafood creates a symphony of flavors that's hard to resist.
16oz.imitation crab, finely chopped or 2 crab legs
2cupsmayonnaiseDukes preferred
1cupcheddar cheesegrated
1cupmozzarella cheesegrated
1loaf of hoagie or dense bread
1tablespoonminced garlic
1teaspoononion powder
½teaspooncayenne pepper
¼cupchopped green onions
¼cupchopped bell peppers
¼cupdiced celery
1teaspoonOld Bay seasoning
1tablespoonlemon juice
Salt and pepperto taste
Creole seasoning for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Start by slicing the loaf of hoagie or dense bread in half, lengthwise, creating a top and bottom half.Then, hollow out the center of each half to create a slight indentation where the bread component can house the seafood filling.
In a large mixing bowl, add the finely chopped crab, seafood mix, mayonnaise, grated cheddar, grated mozzarella, minced garlic, onion powder, cayenne pepper, chopped green onions, chopped bell peppers, diced celery, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.Mix the ingredients until they are well combined.
onto the preparedbread halves, making sure to completely cover the entire bread surface.
The F. Split is simply the act of separating the top and bottom halves of the soon-to-be Storming Crab Seafood Bread.
Place the bread halves onto a baking sheet, with the filling side facing up.Carefully insert the sheet into your preheated oven, and bake for about 7 minutes, or until the bread gets golden brown and the cheese has melted.
After the bread has finished baking, remove it from the oven.If desired, sprinkle some Creole seasoning on the top for added flavor.
Make sure to let the Crab Seafood Bread cool for a minute or two, then slice it into smaller servings and enjoy your delicious Storming Crab Seafood Bread!