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Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Crab Sticks

Savor Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Crab Sticks in 15 Minutes

Quick and flavorful Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Crab Sticks that make a dazzling appetizer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Sticks
  • 16 oz Imitation Crab Sticks can be shredded or cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or substitute with vegetable oil
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter can use salted butter but reduce additional salt
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, adding a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Carefully add the crab sticks to the skillet in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter, allowing it to melt completely.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika into the melted butter and sauté for 30-60 seconds.
  5. Return the sautéed crab sticks to the skillet, squeeze in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 4sticksCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with grilled baguette or over quinoa for added versatility. Maintain a hot skillet for best results in searing.

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