Open Faced Crab Melt Recipes

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CRAB MELTS

These special open-faced sandwiches from Donna Bennett of Washougal, Washington have wonderful crab and cheese flavor. "This recipe closely resembles a dish my husband and I enjoyed at a favorite restaurant several years ago," Donna writes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9



Crab Melts image

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the crab, mayonnaise, celery and onion. Place muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. , Broil 4-6 in. from the heat until toasted. Spread each muffin half with crab mixture. Top with tomato and cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Broil until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
5 teaspoons minced celery
1 tablespoon minced green onion
2 English muffins, split
4 slices tomato
4 slices cheddar cheese (1/2 ounce each)
4 slices Monterey Jack cheese (1/2 ounce each)
Paprika

QUICK CRAB MELTS

Two types of cheese on top of a savory crab mixture make these open-faced sandwiches ooey-gooey good! I usually serve them for dinner, but they also make a great app when cut in half. -Donna Bennett, Bramalea, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9



Quick Crab Melts image

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, mix crab, mayonnaise, celery and green onion until blended. Place muffin halves on an ungreased baking sheet., Broil 4-6 in. from heat until toasted. Spread with crab mixture. Top with tomato and cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Broil until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
5 teaspoons finely chopped celery
1 tablespoon minced green onion
2 English muffins, split
4 slices tomato
4 thin slices cheddar cheese
4 thin slices Monterey Jack cheese
Paprika

OPENLY CRABBY

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13



Openly Crabby image

Steps:

  • Mix the crabmeat with the mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, cayenne, lemon juice, scallion and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Preheat the broiler. Brush both sides of the Texas toast with half of the melted butter. Place on a baking sheet and broil until golden brown on top, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and flip the bread; top with the crab mixture, spreading it almost to the edges. Sprinkle with the grated cheese.
  • Toss the asparagus with the remaining melted butter in a medium bowl and season with salt and black pepper. Arrange side by side on the toast, then arrange the cheese slices across the middle of the asparagus.
  • Return to the broiler until the asparagus is tender and the cheese melts, about 4 more minutes.

1/2 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked through
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 scallion, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
4 slices Texas toast
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 ounces monterey jack cheese (half grated, half thinly sliced)
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and halved lengthwise
Freshly ground black pepper

CRAB MELT SANDWICHES

This open-faced classic is irresistible! Melty flavors and the golden appearance make the sandwich a hit at luncheons for all ages, or you could serve it as part of a light dinner. -Verla Stapleton, Cibolo, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11



Crab Melt Sandwiches image

Steps:

  • Brush muffins with butter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until toasted., In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, egg yolks, onion and seasonings. Fold in crab. Spread 3 tablespoons crab mixture over each muffin half. , Broil for 2-3 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Freeze option: Cover and freeze uncooked crab-topped muffins in a single layer for up to 2 months. Place frozen muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, then broil for 5 minutes or until tops are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

6 English muffins, split
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 large egg yolks
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained

OPEN FACE CRAB MELTS

We always get these at the beach. I like them in the winter...brings back memories of hot weather and fun in the sun.

Provided by patricia taylor

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9



Open Face Crab Melts image

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the mayo, lemon juice, pepper, salt and crab meat.(If you are using green onion, add now too.)
  • 2. Top each muffin with a tomato and divide crab mixture between the 6 halved muffins. Top with cheddar cheese.
  • 3. Place under broiler for 2-3 minutes.

1/3 c mayinaise
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 - 6 oz can jumbo lump crab meat, drained
optional; tomatoes sliced thin
optional; diced green onions
optional; cheddar cheese (sliced or shredded)
6 english muffins, toasted and split

OPEN-FACED CRAB MELT SANDWICHES - OR CRAB DIP

Categories     Sandwich     Cheese     Shellfish     Appetizer     Brunch     Bake     Cocktail Party     Super Bowl     Quick & Easy     Wedding     Spring     Summer

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 8



OPEN-FACED CRAB MELT SANDWICHES - OR CRAB DIP image

Steps:

  • Remove crab meat from shells and combine with cheese, mayo, green onions, and salt and pepper. SANDWICHES - Spread crab mixture over bread and bake open-faced at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Broil for a few seconds, if you wish. DIP - If you're making it as a dip, place ingredients into a shallow dish, and bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes, until it starts to bubble.

1 pound fresh crab claw meat
2 cups of shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups of mayo
salt and pepper to taste
For the sandwiches -
4 (8 inch) loaves of NOLA style French bread or baguette, cut into 4 pieces, sliced in half

OPEN FACED CRAB SANDWICHES

My ds likes these with extra shredded cheese sprinkled over the top before broiling.Recipe source: Simply Seafood (Winter 1991)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8



Open Faced Crab Sandwiches image

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • In a bowl, combine crabmeat, green onions, cheese, mayonnaisse and cayenne (or hot pepper sauce).
  • Slice tomatoes into eight slices.
  • On a baking sheet or broiler pan place English muffin halves and broil 3-4 inches from heat until golden (3-5 minutes); remove from oven.
  • Place a tomato slice on each muffin half and top with crab mixture (about 1/2 cup per muffin half)and then sprinkle with extra shredded cheese, if desired.
  • Return to oven and broil until cheese browns. (3-5 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.2, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 58.6, Sodium 793.8, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 18.4

1/2 lb crabmeat, flaked
3 green onions, chopped
4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (for sprinkling on top) (optional)
1/3 cup mayonnaise (reduced calorie is fine)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or (to taste) or 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (or (to taste)
2 tomatoes
4 sourdough English muffins, split

OPEN-FACED CRAB SALAD MELT

Take a break from the ordinary cold tuna sandwich by serving open-faced crab salad melts. Makes a great lunch or a pleasing last-minute supper.

Provided by Feast Your Eyes

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20



Open-Faced Crab Salad Melt image

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the first seven (7) ingredients; give a good stir.
  • To the cream cheese mixture add the yellow and red peppers, celery, scalions and toasted sesame seeds. Stir well.
  • Gently stir in the crabmeat and chopped egg. Divide the the crab mixture evenly among the muffin halves, mounding slightly. Top each sandwich with one (1) tomato slice and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese.
  • Broil under a pre-heated broiler about 5 inches from the heating element for 3 to 4 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned. Garnish with the parsley and paprika; serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.8, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 106.4, Sodium 421.3, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 5.3, Protein 15.2

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 pinch coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup yellow pepper, minced
1/4 cup red pepper, minced
2 tablespoons celery, chopped
1/4 cup scallion, chopped
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted
8 ounces fresh lump crabmeat, drained
2 small eggs, hard boiled and chopped
3 English muffins, split and toasted
3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
6 tomatoes, slices (1/4-inch thick)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 large lemon, cut into wedges

OPEN-FACED CRAB MELTS

Make and share this Open-Faced Crab Melts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6



Open-Faced Crab Melts image

Steps:

  • Stir together first 4 ingredients.
  • Spread mixture evenly over cut sides of muffin halves; sprinkle evenly with cheese.
  • Broil 5 inches from heat 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

1 lb lump crabmeat, drained and flaked
1/4-1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 English muffins, split and toasted
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

OPEN-FACE CRAB AND ARTICHOKE MELT

I found this in the 3/2005 issue of Bon Appetit and I usually halve it for my small family. When I do that, I use a smaller jar of marinated artichokes and drain them well.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10



Open-Face Crab and Artichoke Melt image

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients and 1/2°C parsley in a large bowl to blend. Transfer crab mixture to 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. You can prepare up to this point and cover and refrigerate for 6 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400°. Bake crab mixture until bubbling and heated through, about 25 minutes.
  • Preheat broiler. Place bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Divide hot crab mixture among bread slices, using about 1/2 cup each. Top with tomato slices, then Monterey Jack cheese slices. Broil sandwiches until cheese melts, watching carefully to avoid burning, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with the 2 T. of parsley and serve hot.

2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 medium onion, chopped
12 ounces fresh crabmeat, drained, picked over
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
8 slices sourdough bread
8 plum tomatoes, sliced
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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