Crab recipes

Make this delicious Sichuan snack made with pork and crab – its name comes from the minced pork that resembles ants climbing trees.

Keep it simple with this restaurant-style crab linguine with chilli and parsley – it takes a few good-quality ingredients and lets them shine

Little fish favourites, perfect for dipping at parties or as a smart starter

Make your own sushi with these restaurant favourites that look impressive with the contrast of salmon, avocado, orange fish roe and sesame seeds

Follow our step-by-step guide to plating up this elegant bistro-style dish of homemade paté and fragrant leaf salad

Enjoy this salad as a generous dinner for two, or as a light lunch or supper for four. Samphire sings when paired with crab and this zesty dressing

Enjoy this crab and saffron risotto for a comforting family supper. A good risotto starts with the rice - try to use a quality carnaroli or arborio rice

Enjoy this sumptuous crab, leek and cheddar tart at a family feast. You can prep early by making the pastry and cooking the leeks the day before

Shave asparagus into ribbons to top Tom Kerridge's crab on toast – it isn’t something you see often and gives the dish a chef's touch. It makes a lovely starter

Use a corn tortilla as a base then top with storecupboard crabmeat, guacamole-style Mexican dip and salad

Make these crab croquettes for a special summery dish. We’ve served them with a simple sriracha mayo, but you can also use your favourite dip or condiment

Making your own pasta for ravioli takes more effort but it's worth it. Fill with a delicious crabmeat and ricotta filling and serve with a lemon butter sauce

This luxuriously creamy prawn linguine recipe is ready in a flash yet special enough to serve friends too. Add fresh crab and sliced red chilli for a treat.

Pair beetroot with crab to make this healthy and vibrant pâté. Serve with crudités and crisp breads for dunking

This low-fat soup is packed with flavour and so simple to cook

A great get-ahead starter for the summer which can be made up to two days in advance

Spruce up crumpets with a creamy crab, cucumber and dill topping. It's ready in 15 minutes, making it ideal for a Christmas starter or light lunch

Punchy fresh flavours in a good-for-you-dish are often what you need for a midweek boost. This pasta dish has it all

This elegant seafood starter is sure to impress - buy freshly picked crab meat or see our step-by-step guide to preparing a whole crab

Rustle up Tom Kerridge's crab starter with a hint of smoked paprika for your next dinner party. You can make it ahead, leaving you time to sit down and enjoy

A simple, stylish canapé that takes just minutes to prepare

A simple, stylish canapé of shellfish with Dijon mustard and lemon, served in individual lettuce cups

This whole baked fish looks impressive on a platter for sharing, served simply with potatoes and greens

Italian pasta ribbons work beautifully with sweet crabmeat, peppery rocket, lemon and garlic- a perfect solo supper