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Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs

Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs That Will Wow Your Guests!

Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs are delightful savory bites that deliver a flavor explosion at any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bombs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood Mixture
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat Well-drained
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with chives
For the Binder
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Adjust to control moisture
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with any hard cheese
  • 1 large Egg Beaten
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works as a substitute
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for flavor
For Frying
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with any neutral oil
For Serving
  • 2 whole Lemon Wedges For squeezing over the bombs

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Place peeled and deveined raw shrimp into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
  2. Combine the Mixture: In a bowl, fold in lump crab meat, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the Bombs: Shape the mixture into small balls, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Bake the Bombs: Drizzle melted butter over each bomb, arrange on baking sheet, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Let them cool slightly, serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the bombs before baking to maintain their shape. Properly drain crab to avoid watery mixture. Aim for a crispy exterior.

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