📦 Ingredients:
- 1 lb jumbo lump crab meat (the fresher, the better)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard (like Coleman’s)
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (plus more for brushing)
- 1–2 tablespoons crushed saltine crackers (just enough to hold shape)
- Optional: A pinch of parsley, lemon juice, or hot sauce
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Crab
- Pick through the jumbo lump crab meat gently to remove any shell bits.
- Do not break up the lumps — keep them whole.
2. Make the Binding Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Egg
- Mayonnaise
- Dry mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Old Bay
- Melted butter
(Add lemon juice or hot sauce here if using)
3. Combine Carefully
- Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to shred the lumps.
- Sprinkle in the crushed saltines or breadcrumbs gradually. Only use enough so the mix holds together.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes so the crumbs absorb some moisture.
4. Form the Crab Bomb
- Carefully shape the mixture into a large mound or ball (like a mini bowling ball).
- Place onto a buttered baking dish or broiler-safe pan.
- Brush the top with melted butter or dot with a bit for broiling.
5. Cook
Option A – Broil (Traditional Jerry’s Style):
- Preheat broiler on high.
- Place the crab bomb under the broiler for about 8–10 minutes, until golden brown on top and heated through.
Option B – Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, then broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden finish.
🍋 Serve With:
- Melted butter or drawn butter
- Lemon wedges
- Parsley garnish
- Optional: a spicy remoulade or tartar sauce on the side
🔥 For the “Firecracker Crab Bomb” (Spicy Version):
- Add 1 tsp finely minced jalapeño or serrano pepper
- Increase Old Bay to 1.5 tsp
- Add a dash of hot sauce (like Tabasco)
- Sprinkle crushed red pepper to taste
This Crab Bomb is rich, pure, and all about the crab. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a true taste of Chesapeake Bay.
