Casquinhas de Siri with a Twist

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) crab meat 1 lb (450g) crab meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped 2 tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup (15g) fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 crab shells (cleaned and prepared) 8 crab shells (cleaned and prepared)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 3g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
4. 4.
   Add the tomatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Stir in the crab meat and fresh cilantro, mixing well to combine all the flavors.
6. 6.
   Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
7. 7.
   Fill each crab shell with the crab meat mixture, pressing it down gently.
8. 8.
   Place the filled crab shells on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crispy.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Crab meat — Ensure that the crab meat is fresh and free from any shells or cartilage before using it in the recipe.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the crab meat mixture.
• Serve the casquinhas de siri with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a burst of citrus flavor.
• If you don't have crab shells, you can use small ramekins or oven-safe dishes as an alternative.
• Garnish the casquinhas de siri with additional fresh cilantro leaves for added freshness.
• Serve the dish with toasted bread or crackers for a delightful crunch.

Serving advice

Serve the casquinhas de siri as an appetizer or main course. Accompany it with a side of rice and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the casquinhas de siri on a platter, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and a wedge of lime. The vibrant colors of the dish and the crab shells will make for an eye-catching presentation.