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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms – A Decadent Bite-Sized Delight


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 20 oz (570g) large white or cremini mushrooms
• 1 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened (or dairy-free alternative)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tsp fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried)
• ½ tsp lemon zest
• ¼ tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Optional: breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for topping


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove stems from mushrooms and chop finely (save for filling). Wipe caps clean. Brush insides with olive oil and place on the tray.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tbsp oil. Sauté chopped mushroom stems and garlic 4–5 minutes until tender. Cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, Parmesan, sautéed stems, green onions, dill, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently (don’t break up the crab).
  5. Spoon mixture into mushroom caps, mounding slightly.
  6. Optional: Sprinkle with breadcrumbs for crunch.
  7. Bake 18–22 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and filling is golden.
  8. Serve warm as an elegant starter with toothpicks or cocktail forks!

Perfect for holidays, parties, or impressing guests!

💡 Make ahead: Assemble unbaked stuffed mushrooms and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add 2–3 mins to bake time.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 20 mins , Cook Time : 20 mins , Total Time : 40 mins , Servings : 20 mushrooms , Calories : 45 per mushroom , Net Carbs: 2g , Fats: 3g , Protein: 3g