Crab Hoelzel Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ½ cup ice-cold water, adjust as needed
• 1 large egg, beaten (for brushing)
• 1 pound fresh crab meat, picked clean of shells
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon
• Paprika, ½ teaspoon
• Salt, ½ teaspoon
• Dried thyme, ¼ teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper, a pinch (optional)