Crab and Cream Cheese Stuffed Snow Peas Recipe
These Crab and Cream Cheese Stuffed Snow Peas are a delightful appetizer featuring tender blanched snow peas filled with a creamy, savory crab and cream cheese mixture, enhanced with garlic, parsley, and Worcestershire sauce. Perfectly chilled and elegantly presented, they offer a light, flavorful bite ideal for entertaining.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Snow Peas
- 48 large snow peas
Filling
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
- ½ pound crab meat, finely crumbled
- ¼ cup finely chopped parsley
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, plus more to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch the Snow Peas: Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Submerge the snow peas for exactly 30 seconds to soften slightly while retaining their crispness and bright color. Immediately remove and plunge them into cold water to halt the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, finely crumbled crab meat, chopped parsley, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Stuff the Snow Peas: Using a sharp paring knife, gently split each snow pea along its curved side to create a pocket. Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a wide opening and carefully pipe the filling into each snow pea, filling them generously without breaking the pods.
- Chill Before Serving: Arrange the stuffed snow peas on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least one hour. This chilling step allows the filling to firm up and the flavors to meld, making them easier to handle and enhancing their taste.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to make blending easier and smoother.
- Use fresh, high-quality crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste for a personalized flavor profile.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing appetizer ideal for parties and gatherings.
- You can prepare the stuffed peas several hours in advance and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
