Grilled Crab Burgers

sandwich shellfish crab summer bon appétit

N/A

2 Servings; can be doubled

Source

Ingredients

6 ounces fresh crabmeat or 1 6-ounce can, drained

1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs

1/2 cup chopped green onions

4 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 teaspoon Old Bay or other seafood seasoning

1 egg yolk

1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Vegetable oil

4 large slices French bread

Method

Mix crabmeat, 1 cup breadcrumbs, green onions, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise and Old Bay seasoning in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in egg yolk. Form mixture into four 2 1/2-inch-diameter patties. Place remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs in shallow bowl. Dip patties into crumbs, coating completely. Mix remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise with mustard in small bowl to blend.

Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Brush barbecue rack with oil. Grill burgers until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Grill bread slices until lightly toasted, about 1 minute per side. Spread toasts with mustard dressing. Top each with a burger.