Crab Recipes

Buttery, tender crab is one of our favorite seafoods. Our crab recipes include popular favorites like crab cakes, crab boil and crowd-pleasing crab appetizers.

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    Japanese Crab and Avocado Salad

    1 review

    It can be a challenge to find winter holiday recipes that are suited to warmer climates. This luxurious Asian-inspired crab salad fills the bill with its festive colors and flavors. —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California

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    Lucy Wang’s Mini Omakase

    Omakase, which means trust me, is a Japanese serving style where the customer entrusts the sushi chef to prepare an...


    Baked Crab Dip

    28 reviews

    We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You...


    Rich Seafood Chowder

    8 reviews

    This creamy, delectable soup is even better the next day. It also works well with scallops or a flaky whitefish....


    Herbed Seafood Casserole

    5 reviews

    When I wanted a seafood dish for my annual Christmas Eve buffet, my friend gave me a wonderful recipe. This...

    Special Seafood Casserole

    4 reviews

    I first sampled this casserole at a baby shower and founds myself going back for more! —Angela Schwartz, Marietta, Georgia


    Spicy Seafood Bisque

    9 reviews

    This spicy soup, featuring shrimp, crabmeat and tomatoes, gets its zip from hot pepper sauce and cayenne pepper. It's easy...

    Seafood Bisque

    11 reviews

    We live on the Gulf Coast, where fresh seafood is plentiful. I adapted several recipes to come up with this...


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    Cioppino-Style Soup

    5 reviews

    This classic San Fransisco soup makes an easy, healthy and flavorful dinner. I serve it every New Year's Eve, and...


    Crab Bisque

    2 reviews

    Our creamy and flavorful crab bisque uses shortcuts, like using a roux and store-bought seafood stock for its base. Fresh...


    Seafood Stuffing

    Shrimp and crab gussy up the typical bread-and-herb base of holiday dressing for an easy seafood stuffing.

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    Stuffed Mushrooms with Crabmeat

    3 reviews

    You can make a tub of sweet and delicate crabmeat go even further with this recipe for stuffed...


    Artichoke-Topped Crab Bites

    This recipe is my take on crab cakes that I made into finger food for a party. The artichoke mixture...


    Crispy Rice

    Crispy rice is the homemade sushi alternative of my dreams—and it will soon to be yours too!


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    Crab Dip

    1 review

    With rich flavor and a creamy texture, this low-effort crab dip recipe is a guaranteed hit for any party or...


    Zucchini Sushi

    1 review

    Zucchini "sushi" is a fun, low-carb play on traditional sushi, using zucchini ribbons in place of nori. With flavors reminiscent...

    Grandmothers Hot Deviled Dungeness Crab Dip

    Every December when Dungeness Crab season opened off the coast of Oregon, my grandmother always made this hot dip. I...


    Air-Fryer Crab Rangoon

    I always order crab rangoon at restaurants that serve it; it's one of my favorite appetizers. I created this air-fryer...


    Air-Fryer Crab au Gratin Spread

    I love to serve this warm, comforting appetizer any time we have a get-together with family or friends. It's easy...


    Our Best Crab Cake Recipes

    There's nothing quite like a hot, crispy crab cake. And these delicious recipes will transport your tastebuds straight to the...


    Cajun Crab Poppers

    1 review

    My brother moved to New Orleans, and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno...


    Crab Melt Sandwiches

    1 review

    This open-faced classic is irresistible! Melty flavors and the golden appearance make the sandwich a hit at luncheons for all...


    Gruyere and Crab Palmiers

    3 reviews

    I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the...


    Shrimp and Crab Cakes

    The bold flavor and crispy panko coating of shrimp and crab cakes make them the perfect partner for a zesty...


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    16 Old Bay Recipes for Seafood, Sides and Snacks

    From crab cakes and corn on the cob to creamy dips, these Old Bay recipes use the seafood seasoning to...

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    Coastal Carolina Muffin-Tin Frittatas

    1 review

    Incorporating the flavors of a low country South Carolina crab boil, these tasty frittatas are easy to make and fun...


    Crab and Asparagus Soup

    16 reviews

    I get rave reviews from family and friends whenever I make this soup, but the biggest compliment was when my...


    Crabmeat Boats

    I've been making this recipe for more than 40 years. You can also spread the filling on small rolls and...


    Apricot Crab Stuffed Acorn Squash

    This light squash recipe is quick, simple and bursting with rich flavors. It looks so elegant when served on a...


    Air-Fryer Wasabi Crab Cakes

    With wasabi in both the crab cakes and the dipping sauce, this festive appetizer brings its own heat to...


    Tangier Island Virginia Crab Cakes

    4 reviews

    I grew up eating these crab cakes, which are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. They're absolutely...