Crab-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

These quick and easy crab-stuffed portobello mushrooms can serve as a tasty starter for a casual dinner party, or a light main course for two.

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Servings servings

Calories 255

Author Lynne Webb

Ingredients

4 portobello mushroom caps
8 oz pasteurized crab meat, lump or backfin
1/2 cup panko crumbs
2 tablespoons sweet onion, minced
1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Juice of 1/2 lemon, about 1-1/2 tablespoons
2/3 cup mild shredded cheese, divided (see recommendations below)
1 egg, lightly beaten
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F and coat a shallow baking pan with nonstick spray.
Remove the stems from the portobello caps, dice them and add to a mixing bowl.
Using a spoon, scrape the gills from the mushrooms, then brush the caps clean and arrange them on the prepared baking pan.
Season each mushroom cap with salt and pepper and set aside.
Add the crab, panko, onions, garlic, thyme and lemon juice to the chopped mushroom stems.
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the shredded cheese and add the remainder to the crab mixture.
Combine gently and season to taste with salt and pepper before stirring in the beaten egg.
Divide the stuffing between the mushrooms and compress gently to form a slight mound.
Bake until the crab mixture is set and light golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
Remove from the oven and top each mushroom with a portion of the remaining cheese and bake for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve with lemon wedges and a dash of hot sauce if desired.

Tips for Making This Recipe

Cheese Recommendations:

We recommend Muenster or Monterey Jack cheese for best results. Both melt easily and have a mild flavor that complements the crab without overpowering its delicate flavor.

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