Ingredients
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- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh crab meat
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- optional red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Stir in the crab meat, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and stir in the parsley.
- Slice the avocados in half and remove the pits. Use a spoon to scoop out a little extra flesh to create space for the crab mixture.
- Fill each avocado half with the garlic butter crab mixture, packing it in gently.
- Transfer the stuffed avocados to a baking dish and bake for about 10 minutes, until heated through and slightly golden on top.
- Garnish with more parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm!
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10