National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day falls on February 18th. National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day is certainly a day of celebration for all Seafood lovers around the world. Crab-stuffed Flounder is composed of a delectable combination of Crab Meat, Butter, Bread Crumbs, and Seasoning, which can be stuffed into the Flounder or rolled up into fillets and baked. There are 100s of different species of Flounder and this Glatfish is generally divided into right-eyed and left-eyed families.
Because Fish itself is so flavorful, it’s easy to appreciate the simplicity of Crab Stuffed Flounder Day. Crab-stuffed Flounder is a fuss-free dish to make and is even easier to clean off the plate. The creativity of how this meal is put together and its outstanding taste are what make Crab-Stuffed Flounder an exceptional dish.
Although the origins of National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day remain unknown, it’s a day set aside to commemorate the dish’s unique and intriguing flavors. This Seafood delicacy is usually made by stuffing a mixture of Crabmeat, Butter, and Breadcrumbs into a whole Flounder. Alternatively, the Crab mixture is sometimes rolled up into flounder fillets to make Roulades. It is then baked in the oven until it’s cooked all the way through and served hot.
Common species of the Flounder found in the United States are the Winter and Pacific Flounders. While there are thousands of species of Crab, only certain ones can be eaten including the Blue Crab, Stone Crab, Dungeness Crab, Lord Crab, and Rock or Snow Crabs are some of the popular, edible ones in the United States.
White Crab meat is the best choice to combine with Flounder, where the Crab flakes become indistinguishable, as with Crab Cakes. Mashed Potatoes, French Fries, Spinach, Green Beans, Green Salad, or mixed steamed Vegetables compliment Crab-stuffed Flounder well.
With an abundance of holidays dedicated to food throughout the year, National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day is one of the more well-known #Hp;idays and although there are people who have never heard of National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day, the day is worth celebrating if you enjoy Crab and Flounder.
How to Celebrate National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day
- Celebrate National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day by making your own creative version of Crab-stuffed Flounder at home. Although the dish looks fancy Crab Stuffed Flounder is very easy to make. Pair Crab Stuffed Flounder with a glass of Riesling, the ideal complement to Crab Stuffed Flounder Day.
- If you don’t feel like cooking, use National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day to excuse yourself from the kitchen and enjoy a nice meal at a restaurant instead. Visit local Seafood restaurants and try out different styles of Crab-stuffed Flounders.
- If you have the means and the opportunity post a dinner party to celebrate National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day. Alternatively, make Crab Stuffed Flounder and take it to friends or family as a treat.
Facts About Flounder
- When threatened, Flounders usually turn pale to be less visible to predators. The color of their bodies also indicates an emotional state.
- The Latin name for the Southern Flounder is ‘Paralichthys lethostigma’ and means “Parallel Fish that forgot its spots.”
- Flounders can reach up to 27 inches in length and the females are generally larger than males.
- As flounders grow from the Larval to juvenile stage, one eye moves until both are on the same side of the head.
- The flounder is an ambush predator which lays motionless on the Seafloor and waits for potential prey to appear and grabs it in a blink of an eye.
Why People Love National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day
Crab-stuffed Flounder is not only incredibly delicious but also super easy to make. This characteristic makes Crab Stuffed Flounder a perfect dish to relish without having to spend hours in the kitchen.
Crab Stuffed Flounder Day is a remarkable dish, featuring a wonderful combination of Crab, Bread Crumbs, Butter, and Seasoning is an absolute delight for all Seafood lovers around the planet. Whether you make Crab Stuffed Flounder at home or enjoy Crab Stuffed Flounder at a restaurant, Crab-stuffed Flounder never disappoints.
Studies have shown that eating Flounder may lower cholesterol levels, protect fetal health, and reduce inflammation. Research also suggests that Flounder may help to alleviate mild symptoms of depression.
Recipe for Crab Stuffed Flounder:
Ingredients
Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings
- 1 ½ pounds flounder fillets
- 1 cup crabmeat – drained, flaked and cartilage removed
- 3 crushed saltine crackers
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground dry mustard
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ground white pepper to taste
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- ¼ cup butter, melted
Topping:
- 1 egg yolk
- 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Directions
Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) and bake until golden and bubbly, about 5 or 6 minutes.
Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Rinse flounder fillets and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly grease a shallow baking dish.
Combine crabmeat, crushed saltines, bell pepper, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and white pepper together in a medium bowl. Combine egg white and 1 tablespoon mayonnaise in a small bowl; stir into crabmeat mixture.
Brush fillets with melted butter; place in the prepared baking dish. Spoon crabmeat mixture over fillets and drizzle with any remaining butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, make topping: lightly beat egg yolk in a small bowl. Stir in 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise. Remove fish from the oven and spread this mixture over stuffing; sprinkle with parsley and paprika.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
