Famous Crab Bombs

🦀 Famous Crab Bombs

Ingredients

• 1 lb imitation crab meat or real crab, finely chopped

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped

• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 2 eggs, beaten

• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Mix the filling

   • In a bowl, combine crab, cream cheese, cheddar, green onions, Old Bay, Worcestershire, and lemon juice.

   • Mix until smooth and well combined.

2. Form balls

   • Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into a ball.

   • Repeat with remaining mixture.

3. Coat

   • Dip each ball in beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.

4. Fry

   • Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to 350°F (175°C).

   • Fry crab balls 2–3 minutes until golden brown.

   • Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. Serve

   • Serve hot with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or spicy aioli.

🔄 Variations

• Baked version: Spray with oil and bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until golden.

• Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce to the mixture.

• Cheesy: Mix in a bit of mozzarella for extra gooeyness.

These are party-perfect, crunchy outside, creamy inside, and addictive!