Spiced Crab Pate
- 2 tbsp quality mayo
- 2 chopped spring onions
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 15g chopped chives
- 1 lemon, zest and 1 tbsp juice
- 450g dressed crab
- 200ml creme fraiche
- Dash of Tabasco sauce or similar
- Toast and crudites, to serve
- Mix together the mayo, spring onions, chopped chives, smoked paprika, lemon zest and juice, and the hot sauce in a large bowl.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, then carefully stir through the creme fraiche until you have a thick pate consistency. Season well, then divide between 8 ramekins and chill in the fridge for 30 mins or more. When ready, garnish with more chives and serve with toast and crudites, along with a wedge of lemon for squeezing.
15 mins
6 serving