These Savory Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms are a culinary delight, blending the tender earthiness of mushrooms with the rich, sweet flavor of crab meat. The creamy filling, accentuated with a blend of herbs and spices, perfectly complements the mushroom caps, creating a harmonious and sophisticated appetizer.
Ingredients:
- 12 large mushrooms, stems removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, flaked
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Clean the mushrooms and gently hollow out the caps.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- In a bowl, combine sautéed onion and garlic, crab meat, cream cheese, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the mushroom caps with the crab mixture.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.