Description
An indulgent seafood twist on a classic grilled cheese this Lobster and Crab Grilled Cheese features buttery toasted bread filled with a creamy blend of lobster, crab, and melty cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked crab meat, picked over for shells
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, for grilling
Instructions
- 1. In a small bowl, mix lobster, crab, cream cheese, Dijon mustard, chives, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 2. Butter one side of each bread slice.
- 3. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer half the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- 4. Top with half the seafood mixture, then the remaining cheese, and close with the second bread slice, buttered side out.
- 5. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- 6. Let rest 1 minute, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use high-quality lump crab and lobster for best flavor.
- Pairs well with tomato bisque or a citrusy green salad.
- Add a slice of tomato or sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: lobster grilled cheese, crab grilled cheese, seafood sandwich, gourmet grilled cheese