Famous Jumbo Lump Crab Bombs with Lemon Butter

These elegant Jumbo Lump Crab Bombs are the ultimate showstopper for any special occasion. Golden, crispy on the outside and filled with sweet, succulent crab meat, they’re restaurant-quality appetizers you can make at home.

Served with silky lemon butter sauce, these beauties are sure to impress your guests and have them asking for the recipe.

Ingredients

1 pound jumbo lump crab meat, carefully picked

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 large egg whites

1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dredging

Oil for frying

6 large scallop shells, cleaned and prepared

1/2 cup butter

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for butter sauce

1 clove garlic, minced

Fresh chives and lemon wedges for garnish

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