Dungeness Crab Roll

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Difficulty:

Easy

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

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Ingredients

For the Crab Salad:
- 1 pound (16 oz) of high-quality lump crabmeat (Dungeness, King, or Snow crab are excellent choices)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, finely chopped (or freeze-dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, or to taste
- A few dashes of hot sauce (optional)
For the Rolls:
- 6 top-sliced hot dog buns (or New England-style rolls)
- 2-3 tablespoons melted butter (optional, but highly recommended)
For Garnish:
- Finely chopped fresh Italian parsley or chives
- A light sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning

1Prepare the Dressing

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, chives, Old Bay seasoning, and hot sauce (if using). Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

2Combine the Salad Ingredients

Gently fold the chopped shallots and celery into the dressing. Add the crabmeat to a large bowl and pour the dressing over it. Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold the dressing into the crabmeat. The goal is to coat the crab without breaking up the lumps, so mix as little as possible.

3Prepare the Buns

If using New England-style or top-sliced buns, melt the butter in a small pan. Lightly brush the melted butter on the sides of each bun. Place the buns on a griddle or in a frying pan over medium heat and toast them until they are golden brown and lightly crispy on the sides.

4Assemble and Serve

Spoon a generous amount of the crab salad into each toasted, buttered bun. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or chives and an extra dash of Old Bay seasoning. Serve immediately.