Crab Brulee Recipe
RonaldoDiscover how to make an elegant crab brulee recipe that combines sweet, savory, and creamy textures. Perfect for dinner parties or special occasions at home.
Prep Time 22 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 57 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, First Course, Gourmet Appetizer, Seafood Starter
Cuisine Contemporary American, French-Inspired, Fusion Cuisine, Gourmet Modern Cuisine, Seafood Cuisine
Servings 5 people
Calories 611 kcal
Oven Safe Ramekins
Hand Mixer / Whisk
Baking Tray
- 1.5 cups Dungeness Crab Meat (approximately 1 whole crab)
Custard Mixture
- 3 cups Heavy Cream
- 6 Egg Yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper
Caramelized Sugar Crust
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3.5 teaspoons Sugar
Cook Your Dungeness Crab
In a large pot, bring about 1 liter of water to a boil.
Drop in your crab and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
Once the crab is done cooking, remove from the pot and carefully separate all of the meat from the shell. Set aside all of the meat until ready to use.
Craft The Custard Mixture
In your sauce pan, simmer the heavy cream, salt, white pepper and Old Bay Seasoning, on medium low heat.
Once it’s simmered and the cream and seasoning are fully incorporated, remove from the heat and let it cool so that the liquid is just slightly warm.
Prepare Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, and sugar.
Afterwards, slowly pour in the lukewarm custard cream mixture into the whisked eggs while stirring constantly to ensure all ingredients are fully integrated. Give the mixture a really good mix and then set aside while you prepare your ramekins.
Place five ceramic ramekins on a baking tray and add in about 1/4 of a cup of crab meat into each ramekin. Then, fill each ramekin with your custard mixture until they are about 3/4 of the way filled.
Bake Your Crab Crème Brûlée Ramekins
Place your ramekins on a baking pan, and fill the pan with water until the water reaches about 1/2 half way up ramekins. (Be careful not to let any of the water splash into the ramekins themselves.)
Then bake the ramekins at 300°F for 35-45 mins or until done. (You’ll know they are done when the surface of the mixture looks slightly leathery.)
Remove from oven and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2 hours at least.
Torch Your Caramelized Sugar & Salt Layer
Prepare your topping, by mixing the granulated sugar and salt in a small bowl.
When ready to serve, lay down a thin layer of sugar & salt mixture on top of the Crab Brulee and torch until the sugar has melted into a nice golden brown crust.
Top with a little bit of left over crab meat & serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4-5 oz)
| Nutrient |
Amount |
% Daily Value* |
| Calories |
250-300 |
12-15% |
| Total Fat |
18-22g |
23-28% |
| - Saturated Fat |
10-12g |
50-60% |
| - Trans Fat |
0.5g |
- |
| Cholesterol |
120-150mg |
40-50% |
| Sodium |
400-500mg |
17-22% |
| Total Carbohydrates |
6-8g |
2-3% |
| - Dietary Fiber |
0-1g |
0-4% |
| - Sugars |
2-3g |
- |
| Protein |
15-20g |
30-40% |
Micronutrients
| Nutrient |
Amount |
% Daily Value* |
| Vitamin A |
10-15% |
10-15% |
| Vitamin C |
2-4% |
2-4% |
| Calcium |
8-12% |
8-12% |
| Iron |
6-8% |
6-8% |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
250-300mg |
- |
Additional Nutritional Insights
- High in protein from crab meat
- Rich source of marine omega-3 fatty acids
- Contains essential minerals from seafood
- Moderate calorie content for an appetizer
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Individual nutritional needs may vary.
Potential Allergens
- Shellfish (Crab)
- Dairy
- Eggs
- May contain gluten depending on preparation
Dietary Considerations
- Not vegetarian
- Not vegan
- Gluten-free (with appropriate modifications)
- High in protein
- Suitable for low-carb diets
Keyword Bruleed Seafood, Crab Brulee, Creamy Crab Dish, Culinary Fusion, Custard-Style Seafood, Elegant Appetizer, Fine Dining Appetizer, Gourmet Starter, Seafood Appetizer, Torch-Finished Seafood
