Pretzel Crusted Crab Bites with Beer-Cheese Dipping Sauce

Instructions

Crab Bites

1. In a large bowl add one egg, mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire and Dijon and mix to combine.
2. Add the crab meat in an even layer and cover with an even layer of the breadcrumbs. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the mixture until fully combined.
3. Using a portion scooper, form into balls and place on a parchment lined baking sheet
4. Chill under refrigeration for at least 30 minutes until firm.
5. Place the eggs, flour and pretzel crumbs in separate bowls.
6. Lightly dust the crab bites with flour, then the egg and finally coat with the pretzel crumb.
7. Return to the sheet pan and place in the refrigerator to cool until firm.
8. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan.
9. Fry the crab bites in small batches until golden brown and heated through.

Beer-Cheese Dipping Sauce

1. In a sauce pan over medium heat, melt the butter and whisk in flour.
2. Slowly add the milk, whisking while adding to incorporate.
3. Add the beer and whisk to combine.
4. Add the garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne.
5. Continue whisking until thickened, then remove from the heat.
6. Add the cheese in batches, whisking to combine.
7. Garnish with parsley and your choice of seasonings