Jumbo Lump Crab in Lemon Aioli

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Creamy crab meat enrobed in a citrusy aioli bath. Serve this treat on butter lettuce & topped with chives, delicious.

Recipe:

  •  1 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 teaspoon grated lemon rind

  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

  • 4 lb. jumbo lump crab – need the largest lump you can get

  • 3 heads butter lettuce (Bibb)

  • 2 bu. Chives

Aioli

Combine the mayo, garlic, lemon zest & juice. Season with salt & pepper. Cover and chill.

Just before service, very gently toss the crab with the aioli. 

Plate atop a leaf of butter lettuce and garnish with fresh chives – keep whole preferably.

Serves 21


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