Basque Txangurro a la Donostiarra with Crab and Brandy

Name: Basque Txangurro a la Donostiarra with Crab and Brandy
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 500g fresh crab meat; 1 medium onion; 2 cloves garlic; 3 tbsp brandy; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium tomato; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 tbsp breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp parsley; 1 tsp smoked paprika; Lemon wedges for serving; Extra parsley leaves

A decadent Spanish crab dish with a hint of brandy

An exquisite Basque specialty combining fresh crab meat with brandy, tomato, and spices, baked until golden.

1 h 30 min
4
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Ingredients

For the Crab Filling

500g fresh crab meat

1 medium onion

finely chopped

2 cloves garlic

minced

3 tbsp brandy

3 tbsp olive oil

1 medium tomato

peeled and chopped

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Crust

2 tbsp breadcrumbs

1 tbsp butter

melted

1 tbsp parsley

finely chopped

1 tsp smoked paprika

For the Garnish

Lemon wedges for serving

Extra parsley leaves

optional

Preparation

Marinating the Crab Meat

Combine Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped tomato, and garlic.

Season

Add salt and pepper, then gently mix to combine.

Marinate

Pour in the brandy and let it marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Use fresh crab for the best flavor; canned versions might alter the taste.

Preparing the Crust

Mix Crust Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, melted butter, parsley, and smoked paprika.

Combine

Mix until it resembles coarse sand.

Set Aside

Set aside until ready to use.

Cooking Process

Sautéing

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add onions and cook until translucent.

Simmering

Add the marinated crab mixture and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the brandy to simmer.

Make sure to simmer the brandy long enough to let the alcohol evaporate, retaining its aromatic essence.

Baking

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), spoon the crab mixture into individual ramekins, top with the breadcrumb mixture, and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.

Plating & Serving