Crazy for Crab: Everything You Need to Know to Enjoy Fabulous Crab at Home

by Fred Thompson

In Crazy for Crab Fred Thompson begins with a comprehensive chapter on the basics of crab varieties and how to cook them, then launches into chapters of delectable recipes. His chapter devoted to the glorious variety of crab cakes includes Fred's Pretty Darn Close to Perfect Crab Cakes, with scallions and bell pepper, as well as the more adventurous Thai Crab Cakes with Chili-Garlic Sauce. The chapter on soft-shell crab includes such preparations as Pan-Fried Soft-Shell Crabs with Warm Tomato and Bacon Vinaigrette, while the chapter on hard-shells features multiple versions of crab boils. There are also chapters on salads, soups, appetizers, brunches and light meals, and casseroles, with recipes including Crab Salad with Asparagus and Lime, Spicy Red Crab Soup, and Crab and Artichoke Dip. All are accompanied by mouthwatering photos of finished dishes, pictures of famous crab restaurants from plain to fancy, decorative illustrations, and stories of watermen and crabbers from around the country.

Genres: Cooking, Cookbooks

200 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

About the author

Fred Thompson is a chef and food author from Raleigh, North Carolina.


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Reviews

[Liquidlasagna]

To elevate the delicate flavors of crab meat used to be a challengs for many . . . not anymore! Fred Thompson is sharing with us more than 100 great crab recipes inspired by regional and traditional home cooking.
Eric Ripert

This is the best book on crab that I have ever read. It is chock full of practical information, as well as great stories of wonderful crabby places and people. Best of all, Fred Thompson demonstrates the versatility of this delicious creature through his marvelous collection of interesting and tasty recipes.
Jasper White

[Fredrick Danysh]

The brief description of the different types of crab at the beginning of the book is a plus. The work is itself is chock full of recipes from appetizers to soups and main courses. If you like crab, this book is for you.

[Rose]

641.6 Tho