Baked Crab with Cheese

Baked Crab with Cheese is a delectable Chinese dish that combines the sweetness of fresh crab meat with a creamy, savory cheese topping. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a high-protein meal that is both comforting and indulgent.

Ingredients

• Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Green onion - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Breadcrumbs - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
3. Transfer the crab mixture into two small baking dishes, spreading it evenly.
4. Top each dish with shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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