That sounds like a delicious and indulgent dish! Here’s a recipe for Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter Sauce that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
For the Crab Stuffed Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar works great)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 pound crab meat (lump or claw, drained and picked over for shells)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Biscuit Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a non-stick baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, and paprika.
- Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
2. Prepare the Crab Stuffing:
- Gently fold the crab meat into the biscuit dough, being careful not to break up the crab too much. If you want a bit of extra flavor, add lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce to the crab mix.
3. Stuff the Biscuits:
- Take a spoonful of the dough and place a bit more crab meat in the center (you can add about a teaspoon of extra crab).
- Top with another spoonful of dough, closing it over the crab, and gently shape it into a ball. Repeat until all the dough and crab mixture are used up, placing the stuffed biscuits on your prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the Biscuits:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Make the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- While the biscuits are baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, just until it’s well combined and fragrant.
6. Serve:
- Once the biscuits are out of the oven, brush them with the warm lemon butter sauce. You can sprinkle some fresh parsley on top for color and extra flavor.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Optional Variations:
- Cheese Options: If you’re a fan of different cheeses, feel free to mix in a bit of parmesan or Monterey Jack.
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lemon butter sauce for a spicy twist.
- Herbs: Experiment with other herbs like thyme or chives in the biscuit dough for added flavor.
These crab-stuffed biscuits are rich, buttery, and packed with savory crab goodness. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish! Would you like some tips for pairing this with a meal?