Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs: Irresistible Seafood Bites

These Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs are delightful seafood bites packed with flavor, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 12 bombs

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bombs

1 lb Raw Shrimp finely chopped
1/2 lb Lump Crab Meat well-drained
4 cloves Garlic minced
1/4 cup Breadcrumbs panko optional
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or pecorino
1 Egg beaten; or use flaxseed meal for a vegan option
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika for milder flavor
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
1/4 cup Olive Oil or butter for coating

For Serving

Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

food processor
Mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Parchment Paper

Method

Preparation Steps

Process the raw shrimp in a food processor until finely chopped, then place in a mixing bowl.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, preserving the lumps.
Add garlic, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and beaten egg to the bowl. Mix in parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized bombs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill the bombs in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) while the bombs chill.
Bake the bombs for 20-25 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
Serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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