Crab Brulee
Crab Brulee is a luxurious seafood dish that combines the delicate sweetness of fresh crab with the smooth, creamy texture of custard, topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. A sophisticated twist on the classic dessert, this dish will surely impress your guests.
Equipment
- Ramekins
- Kitchen Torch
- Water Bath
Ingredients
- 1 cup Crab Meat Fresh crab meat, such as king crab or blue crab
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 clove Garlic Minced
- 2 Shallots Finely chopped
- 1 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar For caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a water bath in a large baking dish.
- Whisk the egg yolks in a bowl, then add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, garlic, shallots, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh crab meat, being careful not to break up the delicate pieces.
- Spoon the crab mixture into individual ramekins, leaving space at the top for the caramelized sugar.
- Place the ramekins into the prepared water bath and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and firm in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and allow them to cool for 15 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
- Before serving, sprinkle the brown sugar evenly on top of each ramekin and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crispy.
Notes
For an added twist, consider experimenting with adding a hint of lemon zest or a dash of cayenne pepper to the custard mixture.