This Super Crab Sandwich recipe is perfect for seafood lovers. Packed with fresh crab meat and a tangy sauce, this sandwich is a true delight. The combination of crispy bread, succulent crab, and a burst of flavors will leave you wanting for more. This recipe is quick and easy to make, making it a great option for a lunch or dinner. It is also a perfect dish to impress your guests at a summer barbecue or picnic. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a sandwich that will blow your mind.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of crab meat
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of your favorite bread
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles or gherkins, sliced
- Butter for toasting the bread
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to make the sauce.
- Add the crab meat to the sauce and gently fold until well coated. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
- Toast the slices of bread until golden brown.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Place a lettuce leaf on half of the bread slices.
- Top with a generous amount of the crab mixture.
- Add tomato slices and pickles or gherkins on top.
- Place the remaining slices of bread on top, buttered side down.
- Cut the sandwiches diagonally into triangles or into halves, if preferred.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Crab meat is a rich source of protein and essential minerals like phosphorus and selenium.
The Old Bay seasoning adds a unique and delicious flavor to the crab mixture.
You can customize this sandwich by adding additional ingredients like avocado, bacon, or hot sauce.
This sandwich pairs well with a side of crispy French fries or coleslaw.