Questions
How much time should I plan for Louisiana Crab Salad?
As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 30 minutes. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.
Why fold instead of stir in Louisiana Crab Salad?
Step 3 reads: "Gently fold in 1 lb picked over jumbo lump crabmeat, keeping the lumps intact as much as possible." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 3 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.
What can I use instead of Cajun seasoning in Louisiana Crab Salad?
The entry for Louisiana Crab Salad calls for 1 tsp Creole seasoning. In its place: Two parts paprika to one part each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, oregano and cayenne, with salt.
Can I make Louisiana Crab Salad less spicy?
Yes. The heat in Louisiana Crab Salad comes from 1/2 tsp Louisiana hot sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the hot sauce and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes.
Is Louisiana Crab Salad gluten-free?
Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Louisiana Crab Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the Creole seasoning and the hot sauce.
Does Louisiana Crab Salad contain eggs?
Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.
How much protein is in Louisiana Crab Salad?
One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 19 g of protein in about 220 calories, alongside 3 g carbohydrate and 15 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein salad collection.
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