Best 4 Coconut Crusted Crab Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in a taste of paradise with our tantalizing coconut-crusted crab cakes, a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. These crab cakes are crafted with succulent crab meat, enveloped in a crispy and golden coconut crust. The delicate sweetness of the coconut complements the briny essence of the crab, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Served with a tangy and refreshing dipping sauce, these crab cakes are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or an elegant dinner party.

This recipe article offers two variations of the coconut-crusted crab cake: a traditional version made with fresh crab meat and a more budget-friendly option using canned crab meat. Both variations deliver exceptional taste and texture, ensuring that you can enjoy this culinary delight regardless of your budget.

In addition to the main crab cake recipe, we also provide instructions for a zesty dipping sauce that elevates the overall experience. Made with a combination of mayonnaise, lemon juice, capers, and fresh herbs, this sauce delivers a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the coconut-crusted crab cakes.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, our detailed recipe instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating these delectable crab cakes. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the tropics.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SAM'S COCONUT CRAB CAKES WITH COCONUT BASIL MAYONNAISE



Sam's Coconut Crab Cakes with Coconut Basil Mayonnaise image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 medium onion, finely diced
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1 pound lump crabmeat
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons chives, finely minced
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
5 cups panko bread crumbs
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten
Diced tomatoes, for garnish
Chives, for garnish
Coconut Basil Mayonnaise, recipe follows
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon chili garlic paste
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saute pan. Add onion and celery and saute until onion is translucent. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix crabmeat, coconut, mayonnaise, mustard, chives, parsley and 1 cup panko with the onion/celery mixture. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Form into 2-inch diameter cakes.
  • Roll cakes first in flour, then in beaten eggs, then in the remaining 4 cups of panko, each time shaking off excess. Heat oil, and saute the crab cakes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Arrange on a platter and garnish with tomatoes and chives. Serve with coconut basil mayonnaise.
  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, and whisk until smooth. May be prepared a day ahead, covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.

CRISTA'S CORNMEAL-CRUSTED CRAB CAKES



Crista's Cornmeal-Crusted Crab Cakes image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 35

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 pound fresh Dungeness lump crabmeat, picked (high-quality canned if fresh not available)
1/2 cup gluten-free cracker crumbs
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg
1/4 cup creme fraiche
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup coarse grind yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1 large (1 1/2- to 2-pound) celery root, peeled
2 Pink Lady apples, unpeeled
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2/3 cup mayonnaise, or more as needed
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1 tablespoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons coarse salt, or more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 pound pea shoots
1 bunch breakfast radishes, sliced paper thin
3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
1 to 2 teaspoons whole mustard seeds, optional
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the crab cakes: Place a medium cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the butter and shallots and sweat until softened and just starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, combine the crab, cracker crumbs, parsley, dill, softened shallots and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside. Mix the egg, creme fraiche, mayonnaise and Dijon in a medium bowl until combined. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the crab and mix well until incorporated. Form 6 equal sized balls and flatten into discs.
  • For the dredge: In a bowl, combine the cornmeal, smoked paprika, white pepper, salt, seafood seasoning and celery salt. Gently coat the exterior of each crab cake disc in the cornmeal mixture and place on a tray. Chill the crab cakes in the refrigerator for approximately 1 hour or up to 4 hours to help them stay together while cooking.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the celery root remoulade: Meanwhile, thinly slice the celery root and apples on a mandoline and cut into matchsticks. Place both in a large bowl and cover with the lemon juice to coat so they do not brown or oxidize. In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, creme fraiche, hot sauce, tarragon, Dijon and salt, then season with the pepper. Add the creme fraiche mixture to the celery root and apples and gently toss to combine. (For a thinner sauce, feel free to add more mayonnaise and adjust seasoning.)
  • In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet on medium heat, then add the olive oil and butter and heat until hot. Place the crab cakes in the skillet and sear to crispy, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer the cast iron to the oven for 5 minutes to warm through.
  • For the pea shoot salad: Add the pea shoots and radishes to a medium bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and lemon juice to coat. Add the mustard seeds, then season with salt and pepper and mix gently.
  • Spread a generous amount of remoulade on a platter. Place the crab cakes on top and garnish with the salad.

LEMONGRASS-CRUSTED CRAB CAKES



Lemongrass-Crusted Crab Cakes image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 crab cakes with sauce

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
4 eggs
Salt and pepper
2 pounds jumbo lump crabmeat
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons grated fresh lemongrass
1/2 cup white wine
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, cold and cut into chunks
4 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently fold the mayonnaise, lemon juice, 2 of the eggs and salt and pepper to taste into the crabmeat, being careful not to break up the lumps of crab.
  • Gently form the mixture into eight 1-inch-thick crab cake patties. Put on a baking sheet or tray and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Mix together the panko and lemongrass in another bowl. Beat the remaining 2 eggs in a third bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper
  • Gently roll each crab cake in the beaten eggs followed by the panko mixture. Let rest in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
  • Combine the wine and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half. Remove from the heat and whisk in the cold butter.
  • Heat the oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Cook the crab cakes until golden brown on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the crab cakes and finish cooking until golden brown on the second side, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve immediately with the garlic butter sauce drizzled on top.

ASIAN INSPIRED COCONUT CRAB CAKES



Asian Inspired Coconut Crab Cakes image

I got the idea for this recipe taking an international cooking class in college.. I adapted it til it was perfect..

Provided by GingerlyJ

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 16 cakes, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup flaked coconut
8 ounces flaked crabmeat
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
1/4 cup thinly chopped green onion
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 egg
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves
1/3 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lemon

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 375.
  • place coconut in a mircowave safe dish and mircowave 3-4 minutes stirring often til lightly toasted.
  • combine crab, ginger, green onions, pepper, carrot, lemon juice, may, egg, rice vinegar and garlic and mix well.
  • combine bread crumsb and cayenne pepper and fold into crab mix.
  • sprinkle half of the coconut on cutting board.
  • With a measuring spoon form 16 even sized balls of crab mix.
  • roll in coocnut mixture and sprinkle remianing coconut on top.
  • Flatten and place on cookie sheet.
  • bake 20 minutes until coconut is golden brown.
  • Serve with asian style hot mustard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.9, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 20.5, Sodium 182.8, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. This will give your crab cakes the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing will make them tough.
  • Use a light touch when forming the crab cakes. This will help keep them delicate.
  • Pan-fry the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and lemon butter.

Conclusion:

Coconut-crusted crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a casual dinner. With their crispy coconut crust and tender, flavorful crab filling, these crab cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new seafood recipe, give coconut-crusted crab cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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