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Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
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Red Lobster Crab Stuffed Mushrooms offer a restaurant-quality appetizer bursting with savory crab, creamy cheeses, and herbs nestled inside tender mushroom caps. Perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy night snack, this recipe combines bold seafood flavors with an elegant yet easy preparation for a healthier indulgence that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Mushrooms and Filling Base

  • 20 large white or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed
  • ½ cup finely chopped mushroom stems
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Cheeses and Binders

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs (can substitute gluten-free if desired)

Seasonings

  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning or smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mushrooms: Clean mushrooms gently with a damp paper towel to remove dirt. Carefully remove the stems and set aside for chopping to add to the filling for extra flavor and texture.
  2. Make the Crab Filling: In a bowl, combine lump crab meat with softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped green onions, lemon juice, and finely diced mushroom stems. Add grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs to bind the mixture. Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning or smoked paprika to enhance the seafood flavors.
  3. Stuff the Mushrooms: Evenly spoon the crab filling into each mushroom cap, pressing lightly to fill every nook without overflowing. Arrange stuffed mushrooms on a baking tray lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the stuffed mushrooms for about 20 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the tops are golden brown. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy full flavors.

Notes

  • Dry mushrooms thoroughly before stuffing to avoid watery filling.
  • Use fresh lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor; canned crab can be substituted if needed.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to blend ingredients smoothly without lumps.
  • Do not overfill mushroom caps to prevent spilling and loss of shape during baking.
  • Let stuffed mushrooms rest a few minutes after baking to firm up and avoid burning your palate.

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Keywords: crab stuffed mushrooms, appetizer, Red Lobster style, seafood appetizer, baked stuffed mushrooms, party snacks, easy appetizer, gluten-free

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