Description
Crab Rangoon Stuffed Mushrooms combine the classic flavors of creamy crab Rangoon filling with tender baby Bella mushrooms. These bite-sized appetizers are baked to golden perfection, featuring a savory mix of cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, garnished with fresh parsley for an elegant touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 12 medium baby Bella mushrooms
Filling
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs
- 4 oz flaked crab meat
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Other
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp Panko crumbs for topping
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed mushrooms.
- Prepare Mushrooms: Carefully remove the stems from the baby Bella mushrooms, being careful to keep the caps intact. Chop the stems finely for the filling.
- Sauté Mushroom Stems and Garlic: Heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped mushroom stems and minced garlic, sautéing until the stems begin to lightly brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Make Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped green onion, flaked crab meat, soy sauce, Panko breadcrumbs, and ground black pepper. Add the sautéed mushroom stems and garlic mixture, and mix everything thoroughly to incorporate all flavors.
- Stuff Mushrooms: Spoon the cream cheese and crab mixture into each mushroom cap, filling them generously. Sprinkle the tops with the additional Panko crumbs to add crunchy texture.
- Bake: Place the stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm as an appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Use fresh baby Bella mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.
- Feel free to substitute crab meat with imitation crab if fresh crab is unavailable.
- The soy sauce adds a savory umami flavor; adjust quantity to taste or use a gluten-free tamari sauce as needed.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the filling.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to make mixing easier and achieve a creamy filling consistency.
- Serve these stuffed mushrooms warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
