Pastel De Jaiba (Chilean Blue Crab Pie)

Pastel De Jaiba is a traditional Chilean dish that showcases the country’s abundant seafood and rich culinary heritage.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Pastel De Jaiba (Chilean Blue Crab Pie)

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: Chilean Courses: Lunch, Pie, Seafood Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Blue crab meat
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 cup Cilantro
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 9-inch Pie crust

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
3. In a large bowl, combine sautéed vegetables, crab meat, chopped cilantro, breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the crab mixture into the crust.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and set.
6. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.
7. Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.