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Luxurious seafood appetizer blending sweet lobster and tender crab with lemon and buttery richness, perfect for quick gourmet snacking and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened (or vegan butter for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup Lobster Meat (fresh preferred; shrimp as substitute)
  • ½ cup Crab Meat (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (fresh squeezed)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced (or roasted garlic for a sweeter flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning (can substitute with paprika, celery salt, and black pepper)
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped (or dill or chives for variation)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, blend 1 cup softened unsalted butter with ½ cup lobster meat and ½ cup crab meat until smooth and creamy (2–3 minutes).
  2. Stir in the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning; season with salt and pepper to taste and mix thoroughly (about 2 minutes).
  3. Drop the mixture onto parchment paper and shape into a tight log about 2 inches wide; roll tightly, fold ends, and wrap securely.
  4. Refrigerate the wrapped log for at least 2 hours until firm.
  5. Unwrap the chilled log and slice into ½-inch-thick rounds using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Butter should be softened but not melted to prevent greasiness., Chilling for 2 hours enhances slicing and flavor harmony., Presentation can be enhanced with fresh parsley and lemon wedges., If using frozen seafood, thaw and drain to avoid watery mixture., Try adding extra lemon juice for brightness or swapping herbs for flavor variation., These keep up to 2 days in the fridge, and freeze well for 3 months; thaw overnight in fridge before serving., Serve on toasted baguette, crackers, or melted on grilled seafood; pairs well with crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc.

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