Best Fake Crab Seafood Salad Recipe For Sandwiches

_{This Crab Seafood Salad is made with Imation Crab meat, celery, and mayonnaise. It is a delicious combination that will make a quick refreshing summertime meal. It is quick & easy to make.}

Best Crab Salad Recipe For Party Sandwiches

Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes Total Time: 5 Minutes Servings: 4 Servings

As summer approaches, food that tastes crisp, fresh & delicious is a must. Every summer, our family spends a week of vacation in Maine. Having a Crab Seafood Salad sandwich is a must for that week and an easy lunch idea.

If you are in search of that Perfect crab Seafood Salad Sandwich AKA crab po’boy this is the right recipe for you.

This offers a delicious seafood roll with spiciness throughout, all on a toasted split-top bun. This cold crab salad is just a perfect light lunch or dinner when the weather is warm and you don’t want a heavy, hot meal. It can easily be whipped up in less than 10 minutes.

You don’t need to be near an ocean to enjoy this seafood delight. But you know it does help! You can also make this ahead. I have to say; it tastes better the next day. Peace, love, and a satisfying bowl of seafood salad.

Ingredients Needed

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• 1 package chunk or flakes of imitation crab (8 oz package)
• 4 oz cooked shrimp (small shrimp or chopped large)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 2 stalks of celery (chopped)
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
• ½ red onion (chopped)
• 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chipotle Mayo (Optional)
• A squeeze of lemon juice (optional – If you are a fan of lemon use it otherwise – don’t)

What is an Imitation Crab?

Why imitation or fake crab meat (also known as Krab)? Living in Upstate New York, often we run into a seafood dilemma. Cost versus availability. Not always can we get fresh or real crab meat, and if we do have it in store, the cost is something that is just not in my budget.

Imitation crab meat, is made from a mild whitefish, typically Alaskan Pollock, that is ground and then bound with starch to resemble a real crab leg.

Looking for new lunch options, some of my favorites include Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad and Easy Homemade Corn Dog Batter Mix. Plus, you will also want to check out my Hawaiian Macaroni Salad.

How to Make This Crab Salad

STEP ONE: Chop imitation crab and small shrimp into bite-size pieces. Then add in the diced celery, bell pepper, and red onion into a bowl. Set aside.

STEP TWO: In a separate bowl, combine mayo, mustard, old bay spice, cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix wet ingredients until combined. Next, add all other ingredients and mix until well-coated. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

STEP THREE: When ready to serve to apply the chipotle mayo to the outside of the split-top bun. Toast on both sides. Once the seafood mixture is cool, fill the buns so they are heaping and enjoy.

How to Store Crab Salad

The biggest and most important step is not to let it sit out on the counter for too long.

Since it contains mayonnaise, this crab mixture could spoil pretty quickly. Make sure you get it placed in the fridge in an airtight container. Can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three days. If, of course, you have any leftovers.

Imitation Crab Seafood Salad Printable Recipe

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