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Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs

Delectable Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs for Flavor Lovers

These Shrimp & Crab Garlic Bombs are a must-try appetizer that combines shrimp, crab, and garlic into a flavorful explosion.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bombs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bombs
  • 1 pound Raw shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Lump crab meat Well-drained
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic Substitute with garlic powder if needed
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred for extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Substitute with another hard cheese if preferred
  • 1 large Egg Beaten, substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped, can replace with dill or chives
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with butter
For Serving
  • 1 lemon Lemon wedges For squeezing over the bombs

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prep Shrimp - Place peeled and deveined shrimp into a food processor, pulse until finely chopped.
  2. Step 2: Combine Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, mix processed shrimp with crab, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Shape Bombs - Roll small portions of the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and space them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Chill - Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Preheat Oven - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Step 6: Bake - Drizzle melted butter over bombs and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp.
  7. Step 7: Serve - Allow to cool briefly, serve garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Chill the bombs for at least 30 minutes to maintain shape during baking. Customize dips to enhance flavor experience.