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Old Bay Seasoning has a loyal following, especially on the East Coast, where a lot of people water it all over. But you don’t have to hurt the crabs to enjoy the flavor of this zesty spice blend – it’s “accidentally vegan” and goes great with a variety of animal-friendly foods, from fries and popcorn to chicken and fish free nuggets. -free fillet. Every year, millions of crabs are stolen from their homes in the ocean, dismembered and boiled alive. But with ingredients like palm heart, artichokes, and jackfruit, there is no reason to eat crabs. We’ve found some of the best vegan crab recipes, many of which use Old Bay or seaweed to give the crabs a taste of the sea.
Say no to cruelty by trying these recipes:
Vegan Cheese Sauce ‘Crab’
This dish is from Maryland-based Caitlyn Shoemaker, so it’s sure to be authentic. Shredded mushrooms, tarnished granules, and Old Bay make it something you’ll want to serve at every party.
Vegan Stuffed Crabless Mushrooms
These stuffed mushrooms with their seaweed and palm-leaf pith will be a hit at any gathering.
Seafood stuffed bell pepper
To turn crab-free cakes from an appetizer into a full meal, try seasoning them with bell peppers. The crab tortillas used for this recipe are made from lion’s mane mushrooms.
Coconut + Thai soup
The kelp pellets give the jackfruit in this recipe a salty ocean flavor that pairs perfectly with lemongrass, curry paste and ginger.
Vegan Cajun Seafood Brew
No animal has to die to cook these delicious Cajun seafood flavored with plenty of Old Bay.
Vegan Chesapeake Chowder
A type of seaweed called kombu is used to make the dashi broth for the base of this soup.
Vegan crab cakes with horseradish and dill tartare
There are endless recipes for vegan crab cakes, but this one comes with pickled artichokes and crispy panko breading.
Louis Vegan Crab
Crab Louis is a salad from the early 1900s. This vegan option is great for a light summer lunch or snack.
Vegan Crab Melts
This tuna melting variation is made with egg-free mayonnaise and of course Old Bay.
Vegan Crab Rangoon
Crab Rangoon is one of the staples of Chinese takeaway food, but very easy to make at home. Use your favorite vegan cream cheese to make it cow-friendly.
Vegan Crab Salad
Palm hearts, kelp pellets and Old Bay seasoning are brought together to create a party-friendly pasta that’s great for crackers.
Vegan rolls with crab salad
This simple recipe is made with grated and smoked tofu and is easy enough to make for a quick lunch.
Vegan spicy sushi rolls with crab
The spicy “crab” in this recipe is made from baked tofu, grated and mixed with vegan mayonnaise and sriracha.
By becoming a vegan, you can help save the lives of countless animals, including crabs and other marine animals. For more inspiration, try these fish-free recipes and check out our 3-week vegan meal plan:
PETA’s 3-week vegan meal plan