Festive Crab Cocktail with Avocado Cream Recipe

Preparation Time: 20m
Cook Time: 0m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 4

2024年12月17日 4.8

Bring a touch of festive magic to your table with this elegant crab cocktail. Featuring creamy avocado, zesty citrus flavours, and a pop of vibrant pomegranate seeds, this dish is a perfect Christmas-inspired entrée. Light, fresh, and full of colour, it’s guaranteed to add sparkle to your holiday spread.

Ingredients:

400 g fresh crab meat
2 ripe avocados, flesh scooped out
1/3 cup sour cream
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp olive oil
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp finely chopped chives, plus extra for garnish
1/3 cup pomegranate seeds, divided
Salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
Micro herbs and fresh dill, for garnish
Lemon wedges, to serve

Instructions:

1 Prepare the avocado cream
In a medium bowl, mash the avocado flesh thoroughly with a fork until smooth. Add the sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously until creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste and chill until ready to serve.
2 Mix the crab cocktail
In a large bowl, gently toss the fresh crab meat with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped chives, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir through half of the pomegranate seeds for a festive touch.
3 Assemble and serve
Spoon the chilled avocado cream into serving glasses or bowls. Top with the crab mixture, sprinkle over the remaining pomegranate seeds, and garnish with extra chives, micro herbs, and a sprig of dill. Serve with lemon wedges for a bright finish.