Spicy Crab Bites

By staceycohentisch

Ingredients

• Garnishes:
• 1 pound fresh crabmeat, drained and flaked
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 11/8 teaspoon red pepper
• 1/2 cup tine, dry breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• Red and green grapes
• Parsley
• Citrus fruit slices

Details

Servings 3

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 13 ingredients in a bowl; mix well. Shape into patties, using 1 tablespoon mixture for each; dredge in ½ cup breadcrumbs. Combine oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook crabmeat patties in hot oil mixture until golden brown on both sides. Drain well on paper towels. Arrange on tray, and garnish, if desired.