Because you can really taste the crab, it's important to use high quality, real crab meat (none of that krab stuff) - in certain stores I can find a 1 pound can of jumbo lump crab for around $15, which is a little pricey, but totally worth every penny! Enjoy! :o)
Simple Crab Salad
yield: 6 rolls (entree) or about 24 toasts (appetizer)
yield: 6 rolls (entree) or about 24 toasts (appetizer)
Ingredients
zest of 1/2 a lemon
1 tbsp lemon juice (about half of a lemon)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1/2 tsp kosher salt
a few grinds of black pepper
1 pound good quality lump crab meat (gently check for shells)
1 stalk celery, diced
Toasted bread slices or rolls, for serving
Directions:
In a medium bowl whisk together the lemon zest and juice, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Add the crab meat and celery, and gently (carefully! Don't break up the lumps!) fold together. Cover and chill, or spoon into rolls or onto toasts and serve. Yum!
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