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