The summertime is officially underway, which means doing activities we enjoy. For Marylanders, one of those is eating crabs in particular. Crab is a versatile meat that you can add to many dishes. The next time you attend a cookout, share one of the following crab recipes-you’ll be grateful that you did. Read more about a few crab recipes you should implement this summer.
Before the summer is over, try these unique crab recipes.
Crab Rangoon
Crab rangoon is one of the more popular appetizers in American Chinese restaurants. This unique mixture of crab, cream cheese, and wontons makes for a tasty appetizer for any occasion.
Cream Cheese Crab Dip
There are many variations of crab dip, but cream cheese crab dip is one of the most popular crab recipes. It usually consists of cream cheese, mayonnaise, milk, crab meat, and various seasonings like old bay, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
Some Crab Recipies Reqiure a Grill
The next time you pull out your grill for a cookout, try this grilled soft-shell crab recipe. Remember that you will need soft-shell crabs for this recipe. Grilled soft-shell crabs are best served as an appetizer. It would be best to ensure that you clean your crabs before applying them to the grill.
Seafood Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a staple side dish at cookouts. The next time you make a seafood pasta salad, try incorporating it with crab meat. Crab meat will pair nicely with shrimp, noodles, and your choice of vegetables.
Crab Rolls
Similar to lobster rolls, crab rolls are a delicious substitute. Lump crab meat works well with this type of sandwich. You can also include sides like lettuce, specialty mayo, and cheese.
Crab Macaroni & Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is one of the most beloved foods in American history. The next time you prepare this delicious baked dish, try composing it with the addition of crab meat.
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Take your stuffed mushrooms to the next level by injecting them with crab meat. You can get creative with your ingredients, but these typically contain the following ingredients: crab meat, green onions, thyme, oregano, black pepper, paprika, parmesan cheese, and of course, mushrooms.
Scrambled Eggs With Crab Meat
Here the first breakfast dish is included on the list. Take plain scrambled eggs to the next level with this fancy variation. You can include different types of crab meat in your eggs, such as Dungeness meat, blue crab, snow crab, and king crab.
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes
Crab cakes are not just famous among Marylanders, but Americans all over the United States have an affinity for crab cakes. Food critics agree that lump crab meat is optimal for crab cakes.
COSTAS INN IS YOUR SEAFOOD DESTINATION FOR THE BEST CRABS IN BALTIMORE!
Costas Inn has been an area icon, slinging the best crabs in Baltimore since 1971. So here’s to 50 years, and cheers to 50 more!
You may recognize our restaurant recently featured on the Food Network with Michael Symon on Burgers, Brew, and ‘Que! We were also voted the 2015 #1 Baltimore Seafood Restaurant by USA Today and #1 Crab Restaurant 2014 in the Baltimore Business Journal. You may have also spotted Costas Inn during one of our nine appearances on the Today Show or heard one of our many interviews on WJZ TV Channel 13 with Ron Matz and Marty Bass.
You can enjoy our famous crab cakes in-house or order them online for any time eating. We also provide some of the best seafood catering in the Baltimore area! Of course, you can also get your fill from Costas even when you’re not in our dining room: follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube!