Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon
Potted Crab with Meyer Lemon is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring juice and Sherry to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; cook until reduced to 1 tablespoon, about 3 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring juice and Sherry to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; cook until reduced to 1 tablespoon, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to a mini-processor; let cool.
Add butter, lemon zest, and harissa; purée until smooth.
Transfer to a small bowl.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Gently fold crabmeat into butter (keep crab pieces intact).
Pack crab butter into a crock, smoothing top with a butter knife.
Cover and chill for at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.
Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
Let stand until room temperature, about 1 hour, and serve with buttered toast points.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.