These imitation crab recipes are light, flaky and easy on the budget.
Our Best Recipes with Imitation Crabmeat
Updated on Feb. 13, 2023
Stuffed Salmon
You could get stuffed salmon from a big-box store, but my fillets are loaded with flavor from crab, cream cheese and savory herbs. We love them. —Mary Cokenour, Monticello, Utah
1/13
2/13
Sensational Crabmeat Fondue
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
We entertain a lot, and luxurious crab fondue makes guests feel indulged. —Debbie Obert, Middleburg, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 144 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
3/13
Hot Crab Dip
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
about 5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a large family, work full time, and coach soccer and football, so I appreciate recipes that are easy to assemble. This rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer to whip up for any gathering. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 148 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 274mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
4/13
Heavenly Crab Cakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I switched to a low-fat diet, I thought I'd never be able to eat crab cakes again. But then I found this recipe. Now I can enjoy these little patties of paradise—without any guilt! —Laura Letobar, Livonia, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 150 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 lean meat, 1 starch.
5/13
Fish with Crabmeat Topping
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These fillets are elegant enough for company but truly no trouble to make. Fish is abundant here in South Florida, and we like to get together with friends in the afternoon, so I often need to whip up a quick dinner when we get home. This special dish is one of my husband's favorites. —Mary Tuthill, Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 429 calories, 31g fat (6g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 1063mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
6/13
Crab Quiche
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chopped green onions and sweet red pepper bring a bit of color to this golden entree. The creamy filling features imitation crabmeat and Swiss cheese. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 292 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 422mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
7/13
Spicy Crab Dip
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this appetizer feels special, yet it only takes minutes to prepare. —Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 82 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
8/13
California Roll
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
64 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
These taste as good as any restaurant or store-bought California rolls. Plus, this is one of the easiest sushi recipes to make! For the best results, use sushi rice to ensure the right sticky consistency. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 35 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 44mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch.
9/13
Dilled Seafood Salad Sandwiches
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In California, we fell in love with a deli's seafood salad. After we moved to Iowa, I went to work recreating it. —Tanna Richard, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 328 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 1487mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein.
10/13
Baked Crab Dip
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoyed this exquisite dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You can even make this crab dip recipe ahead of time by filling the bread bowl early in the day and chilling it until serving. Just remove it from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. —Marie Shelley, Exeter, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 100 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
11/13
Shrimp & Crab Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we were growing up, my mother made an amazing pizza with shrimp and crab. Now my kids ask for it, and the tradition continues. —Danielle Woodward, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 403 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 1014mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
12/13
Crab Sushi Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2-1/4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If your gang loves sushi like mine does, they’ll enjoy this California-style dip of crab and nori. For a Texas version, add avocado and jalapeno. —Kristina Arrieta, Point Venture, Texas
13/13
Crab and Corn Chowder
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I started cooking at a local restaurant when I was 16 years old. This creamy chowder was one of the soups we made. The recipe had been passed from cook to cook— but had never been written down, until now!
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 402 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 859mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
