Avocado Crab Boats

Name: Avocado Crab Boats
Ingredients: 5 medium ripe avocados, peeled and halved; ½ cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained; 4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, divided; 2 tbsp minced chives; 1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced; 1 tbsp capers, drained; ¼ tsp pepper; 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese; ½ tsp paprika; Lemon wedges

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By Frances Benthin, Scio, Oregon Found on: tasteofhome.com

These boats are wonderful with tortilla chips, beans or rice. You can also cover them, pack them on ice, and take them to a picnic or potluck. Straight from the oven or cold, they're always delicious.

CategoryAppetizers, Side Dishes, Snacks

Yields1 Serving

5 medium ripe avocados, peeled and halved

½ cup mayonnaise

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained

4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, divided

2 tbsp minced chives

1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced

1 tbsp capers, drained

¼ tsp pepper

1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

½ tsp paprika

Lemon wedges

Preheat broiler. Place 2 avocado halves in a large bowl; mash lightly with a fork. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice; mix until well blended. Stir in crab, 3 tablespoons cilantro, chives, serrano pepper, capers and pepper. Spoon into remaining avocado halves.

Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika. Broil 4-5 in. from heat until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro; serve with lemon wedges.

Note:

Peppers (Hot)
Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

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