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Crab claws au gratin

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Crab claws au gratin Type of dish : Main course
To serve : 4
Preparation : 10 min
Cooking : 8 min
Budget : Cheap
From :
Difficulty : Easy
 
Ingredients :
8 cooked crab claws
3 egg yolks
3 tablespoons liquid creme fraiche or cream
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons chopped coriander
50g grated parmesan
Salt, pepper
 
Recipe :
Carefully break the crab claws, conserving the underneath shell.

Place the claws in a gratin dish.

In a saucepan, mix the egg yolks with the cream and water, make into a mousse on a low heat, using a whisk.

Add salt, pepper and chopped coriander.

Top the crab claws with this preparation and sprinkle on grated parmesan.

Place under the grill for 5 to 8 minutes.

Serve with roquette salad.


Advice :
For a more complete meal, add thin slices of cured ham on the top and brown it all.
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