Brazilian recipe
Classic Stuffed Crab Shells (Casquinha de siri)
A traditional, creamy crab appetizer featuring fresh crab meat seasoned with aromatic vegetables and olive oil, perfectly baked to golden perfection.
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Ingredients
1.1 lbs crab meat
20 crab shells
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, finely diced
4 oz white vinegar
Black pepper to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Salt to taste
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese for finishing (optional)
20 crab shells
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, finely diced
4 oz white vinegar
Black pepper to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Salt to taste
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese for finishing (optional)
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh crab meat and green bell peppers at local fish markets or supermarket produce and seafood sections. Crab shells are often available at specialty seafood shops or through local crab vendors. If shells are unavailable, small ramekins are an excellent substitute.
Preparation method
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, black pepper, and cumin, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the white vinegar and let the liquid reduce slightly.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and the diced bell pepper to the pan.
- Cook the mixture until the tomatoes break down and the seasonings are well combined.
- Pour in about 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and stir well.
- Gently fold the crab meat into the seasoned base.
- Simmer for approximately 5 minutes, just enough to heat the crab through and marry the flavors.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
- Evenly spoon the crab mixture into the prepared crab shells.
- If desired, sprinkle a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned slightly golden.
Observations
Casquinha de siri is an iconic and highly cherished appetizer in Brazilian cuisine, celebrated for its bold flavors and satisfying, velvety texture. Prepared using fresh crab meat, sautéed with a blend of aromatic seasonings, and finished in the oven, this dish is an excellent choice for those looking for a sophisticated, flavorful snack that never fails to impress guests.
Its straightforward preparation makes it a practical yet elegant option for entertaining, dinner parties, or simply as a special homemade treat. The combination of fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures a light yet rich final result that highlights the delicate, sweet profile of the crab meat.
Its straightforward preparation makes it a practical yet elegant option for entertaining, dinner parties, or simply as a special homemade treat. The combination of fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures a light yet rich final result that highlights the delicate, sweet profile of the crab meat.
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