Source: Chudo2307, AdobeStockWe all love crab sticks for their affordability and vibrant flavor. They are great in salads, but there are actually many more ways to use them. In this collection, you'll find various crab stick recipes: appetizers, pâtés, cutlets, spreads, and much more. Choose and try cooking!
1. Crab Stick Spread with Cream Cheese
Source: AdobeStockPerfect for everyday toasts, bruschettas, and sandwiches.
You will need: 300 g crab sticks, 150 g cream cheese, 50 g feta, 1.5 tbsp mayonnaise, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the crab sticks and put all ingredients into a blender. Blend the spread until smooth.
2. Crab Stick and Egg Casserole
Source: AdobeStockA great alternative to scrambled eggs or a usual morning omelet.
You will need: 12 crab sticks, 3 eggs, 3 tbsp sour cream, 30 g hard cheese, 4 green onion stalks, spices.
Preparation: Chop the crab sticks, finely chop the green onion, and grate or chop the cheese. Mix all ingredients together, place in a heatproof dish, and bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
3. Crab Stick Rolls with Eggs and Cheese
Source: AdobeStockA quick-to-prepare, yet very delicious appetizer for a festive table.
You will need: 300 g crab sticks, 4 eggs, 100 g hard cheese, 2 cloves garlic, herbs, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil and grate the eggs on a fine grater. Grate the cheese the same way, mince the garlic and herbs, and mix everything with mayonnaise. Unroll the crab sticks, spread the filling, and roll them up.
4. Crab Stick Cutlets
Source: AdobeStockAn affordable alternative to fish cutlets or seafood cutlets.
You will need: 600 g crab sticks, 3 eggs, 100 g mayonnaise, 80 g flour, spices, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Pass the crab sticks through a meat grinder. Add mayonnaise, 2 eggs, flour, and spices. Mix the mixture and form cutlets. Whisk the third egg separately. Dip the cutlets in egg and then in breadcrumbs. Fry them on both sides over medium heat.
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5. Omelet with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockAn interesting recipe for those who prefer egg breakfasts.
You will need: 3-4 eggs, 150 g crab sticks, 4 tbsp milk, 4 green onion stalks, salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with milk and salt. Add chopped crab sticks and chopped green onion. Mix and fry the omelet over medium heat.
6. Crab Stick Fritters
Source: AdobeStockFor a more diet-friendly and healthier version – use rice flour.
You will need: 250 g crab sticks, 50 g sour cream, 1 egg, 40 g flour, 100 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Grate the cheese, finely chop the crab sticks, and mix all ingredients. Spoon the fritters onto a frying pan and fry on both sides.
7. Layered Pie with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockAnd to save time – we suggest using ready-made puff pastry.
You will need: 500 g puff pastry, 400 g crab sticks, 200 g hard cheese, 1 egg, 1 yolk, 2 tbsp sour cream, spices, sesame seeds.
Preparation: Finely chop the crab sticks and grate the cheese on a coarse grater. Mix them with sour cream, egg, and spices. Roll out the puff pastry, spread the filling, and form a roll in any convenient way. Make incisions on top, brush the roll with yolk, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for 40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Fried Crab Sticks with Cheese
Source: AdobeStockServe them with cheese or cream sauce for an even better taste.
You will need: 200 g crab sticks, 120 g hard cheese, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp flour, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Mix grated cheese, a little bit of herbs, and spices to taste. Unroll the crab sticks, spread the filling, and roll them up. Coat each roll in flour and dip in beaten egg. You can also coat them in breadcrumbs. Fry the rolls in oil in a pan on all sides.
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9. Cottage Cheese Pâté with Crab Sticks and Cucumbers
Source: AdobeStockOf course, this is not a classic meat pâté, but it's still very delicious.
You will need: 300 g crab sticks, 250 g cottage cheese, 150 g cucumbers, 20 g garlic, 20 g dill, mayonnaise, spices.
Preparation: Slightly freeze the crab sticks and grate them on a coarse grater. Grate the cucumbers, finely chop the dill and garlic. Sieve the cottage cheese, mix everything together, season, and add a little mayonnaise until the pâté reaches a convenient consistency.
10. Salad with Crab Sticks and Tomatoes
Source: AdobeStockFor an even brighter color – you can add red bell pepper.
You will need: 300 g crab sticks, 300 g tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, 3 eggs, 4 cloves garlic, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil and grate the eggs. Grate the cheese the same way, mince the garlic, and dice the crab sticks and tomatoes. Dress the salad with mayonnaise.
11. Funchoza with Crab Sticks and Vegetables
Source: AdobeStockThe advantage of funchoza is that it's equally good cold or hot.
You will need: 400 g crab sticks, 100 g funchoza, 2 bell peppers, 50 g canned corn, 50 g fresh or canned green peas, 2-3 handfuls of salad mix.
Preparation: Prepare funchoza according to package instructions. Finely chop the crab sticks and bell pepper. Mix all ingredients together.
12. Okroshka with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockYour favorite cold soup will take on new flavors with this addition.
You will need: 250 g crab sticks, 2 cucumbers, 6 radishes, 2 eggs, 1 bunch dill, 1 liter kvass, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp mustard, spices.
Preparation: Boil eggs and separate whites from yolks. Mash yolks with a fork with sour cream, mustard, and spices. Dice the remaining ingredients, finely chop the dill, and dress everything with the sour cream mixture. Pour cold kvass over the okroshka.
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13. Cheese Pie with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockAn original yet very simple and accessible pastry.
You will need: 8 crab sticks, 150 g hard cheese, 2 eggs, 200 g mayonnaise, 150 g sour cream, 10 tbsp flour, 1 tsp baking powder, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Whisk eggs, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Add sifted flour with baking powder, salt, spices, and aromatic herbs. Mix the dough and fold in grated cheese and chopped crab sticks. Pour the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
14. Crab Stick Pâté with Egg
Source: AdobeStockOnly two main ingredients, but it turns out delicious and satisfying!
You will need: 300 g crab sticks, 3 eggs, 2 cloves garlic, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs until hard. Roughly chop all ingredients and blend until smooth. Dress the pâté with 2-3 spoons of mayonnaise.
15. Hot Sandwiches with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockIt's best to make them on a small baguette – convenient and neat.
You will need: 1 baguette, 60 g crab sticks, 60 g hard cheese, 1 egg, 1 clove garlic, olive oil, herbs, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop crab sticks and herbs, grate cheese, press garlic, and mix everything with egg. Season the filling. Slice the baguette, drizzle pieces with olive oil, and spread the crab mixture. First, fry the sandwiches filling-side down, then flip and fry on the other side.
16. Draniki (Potato Pancakes) with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockYour favorite potato pancakes will never be the same again.
You will need: 300 g potatoes, 150 g crab sticks, 2 eggs, 1 onion, 4 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop and fry the onion until golden. Finely chop the crab sticks and grate the potatoes. Mix all ingredients together. Spoon the batter onto a frying pan and fry the draniki on both sides.
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17. Seaweed Salad with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockSpeaking of original salads, this recipe is definitely worth noting.
You will need: 300 g seaweed, 250 g crab sticks, 150 g canned corn, 4 eggs, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs until hard. Dice eggs and crab sticks, slightly chop the seaweed, and add corn. Dress the salad with mayonnaise.
18. Muffins with Carrots and Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockBaking time completely depends on the size of your muffin molds.
You will need: 2 eggs, 100 ml milk, 60 ml vegetable oil, 100 g flour, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 120 g crab sticks, 100 g carrots, 80 g hard cheese, salt, spices.
Preparation: Whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, salt, and spices. Sift in flour with baking powder and mix the dough. Grate carrots and cheese, finely chop crab sticks, and mix everything together. Spoon the batter into muffin molds and bake for approximately 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
19. Cutlets with Zucchini and Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockIt's very difficult to guess what they are actually made of.
You will need: 250 g zucchini, 200 g crab sticks, 1 carrot, 1 egg, 2 tbsp starch, herbs, spices, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Grate zucchini, carrots, and frozen crab sticks. Finely chop herbs and add egg with starch. Season the mixture and form cutlets. Coat them in breadcrumbs or other coating and fry over medium heat until golden brown.
20. Pasta with Crab Sticks
Source: AdobeStockWhy not try this unconventional pasta option?
You will need: 150 g pasta, 150 g crab sticks, 3 tbsp sour cream, 20 g hard cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 0.5 tsp flour, 15 g butter, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Finely chop and fry garlic in butter, sprinkle in flour with spices and aromatic herbs, mix, and add sour cream. Add chopped crab sticks to the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Mix with pasta and sprinkle with grated cheese.