🦀 Savory Crab Brûlée with Creamy Custard and a Caramelized Shell
This savory twist on crème brûlée uses lump crab meat, creamy custard, and a delicate caramelized sugar topping to create an elegant appetizer or gourmet starter. It's rich, unexpected, and absolutely impressive when served to guests.
📋 Ingredients:
- 6 oz lump crab meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tsp granulated sugar (for brûlée topping)
📝 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Place ramekins in a baking dish filled with 1-inch hot water.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in crab meat and chives.
- Pour mixture into ramekins. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in center.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and torch until caramelized and golden brown.
- Serve warm or chilled as a gourmet appetizer.