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Decadent Crab Brulee
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Crab Brûlée

​Crab Brûlée is a luxurious fusion of delicate crab meat and creamy custard, topped with a caramelized sugar crust. This savory twist on the classic French dessert offers a rich, indulgent experience that's perfect as an appetizer or a sophisticated main course.​
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: French, Seafood
Keyword: crab brûlée, savory crème brûlée, seafood custard, gourmet appetizer
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $25

Ingredients

1 cup fresh lump crab meat

5 large egg yolks

2 cups heavy cream

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon white pepper

⅛ teaspoon grated nutmeg

1 teaspoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

Chopped fresh chives (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C).

    Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it simmers. Remove from heat.

      In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks, then slowly pour in the warm cream while whisking continuously.

        Stir in salt, white pepper, grated nutmeg, and lemon zest.

          Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.

            Evenly distribute crab meat among four ramekins.

              Pour the custard mixture over the crab, filling each ramekin almost to the top.

                Place ramekins in a baking dish and add hot water to the dish until it reaches halfway up the ramekins.

                  Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custards are set but slightly jiggly in the center.

                    Remove from oven, let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours (or overnight).

                      Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over each custard.

                        Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crispy.

                          Garnish with fresh chives and serve immediately.