Best 8 Crab And Crayfish Cakes With Red Pepper Sauce Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony: Crab and Crayfish Cakes with Red Pepper Sauce and More Delectable Seafood Treats**

Embark on a delectable seafood journey with our curated selection of crab and crayfish cakes, masterfully crafted with fresh, succulent ingredients and bursting with coastal flavors. Our crab cakes, a classic seafood delicacy, are meticulously prepared with tender crab meat, delicately seasoned and pan-fried to golden perfection. The inclusion of crayfish adds a unique, sweet, and briny dimension, elevating these cakes to a new level of indulgence. Accompanying these delectable morsels is a vibrant red pepper sauce, featuring roasted red peppers, zesty tomatoes, and a hint of spice, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that tantalizes the palate. But the culinary adventure doesn't end there. This comprehensive article also presents a collection of equally enticing seafood recipes, each showcasing the bounty of the sea in its most exquisite form. From pan-seared scallops nestled in a creamy lemon butter sauce to succulent grilled lobster tails brushed with garlic and herb butter, these recipes are a testament to the culinary artistry that seafood can inspire.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB CAKES WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Don't forget to have lemons on hand so you and your guests can squeeze some fresh lemon juice over these succulent crab cakes.-Joylyn Trickel, Helendale, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup minced chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dash pepper
1 pound lump crabmeat, cartilage removed
4 to 5 slices French bread (1 inch thick), crust removed
RED PEPPER SAUCE:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; stir in crab. In a food processor, process bread slices, a few at a time, until fine crumbs form (total volume should be 2-1/2 cups). Add 1 cup to the crab mixture., Shape 1/4 cupfuls of crab mixture into patties. Coat both sides of patties with remaining bread crumbs, pressing to adhere. Place on a baking sheet; cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours., Meanwhile, for sauce, in a blender, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, honey, lemon juice, red pepper, onions, shallots, parsley, salt and pepper; cover and process until finely chopped. Refrigerate until serving., In a large skillet, melt half of the butter and half of the oil. Place half of the crab cakes in skillet. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until lightly browned (carefully turn the delicate cakes over). Repeat with remaining butter, oil and crab cakes. Serve with sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 576mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CRAB CAKES WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup cracker meal
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup milk
12 ounces lump crab meat, picked over to remove any shell fragments
1 rounded teaspoon crab boil seasoning
1 tablespoon baking powder
A handful flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 lemon, zested, plus 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for garnish
1 rib celery from the heart of the stalk, finely chopped
Several drops Worcestershire sauce
Several drops hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or ranch dressing
Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
1 (8-ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained, or 1 large freshly prepared roasted red pepper
1 cup mayonnaise or reduced fat mayonnaise
1/2 cup prepared chili sauce

Steps:

  • Place cracker meal in a bowl and make a well in the center of the meal. Beat egg with milk and pour into well. Moisten cracker meal and combine liquid with meal using the tines of a fork. Add crab meat, crab boil seasoning, baking powder, parsley, lemon zest, celery, Worcestershire, hot pepper sauce, and mayonnaise to the bowl. Mix all ingredients well and form into 8 (3-inch) patties. Add 1/2-inch vegetable or canola oil to a skillet and heat to medium high temperature. Fry cakes 3 minutes on each side and drain on paper towel lined plate. Cook 4 cakes at a time, so that oil temp does not drop too low.
  • For red pepper sauce, combine drained red peppers in a food processor bowl with mayonnaise and chili sauce. Pulse/grind the ingredients into a smooth sauce. Transfer sauce to a small serving dish.
  • Serve crab cakes with sauce and lemon wedges.

CAJUN CRAWFISH/CRAB CAKES WITH SPICY RED PEPPER SAUCE



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This is an adaption of a South Beach recipe. The features that make it a healthier and lower carb recipe are still in place, but I've added a Cajun twist to it. The result is a delicious crawfish patty with a tasty, spicy red pepper sauce. The original recipe calls for crab and it is just as tasty.

Provided by Dawn399

Categories     Crab

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 roasted red peppers (the variety that comes in a jar)
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/2 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons ground walnuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crab boil seasoning (like Old Bay)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
1 lb crawfish meat or 1 lb crabmeat
1/2-1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Red Pepper Sauce: Puree roasted red peppers in a blender, then add mayonnaise and spices.
  • Set aside and refrigerate.
  • Crawfish Cakes: Heat 1 teaspoons olive oil in sauté pan, sauté onion and celery until soft.
  • Place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix remaining ingredients except bread crumbs.
  • Place half of seafood mixture in a blender or processor and puree and return to mixing bowl and stir together.
  • Place bread crumbs evenly on a cookie sheet.
  • Form about 8 patties and coat them with bread crumbs.
  • Heat remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a pan and cook patties in batches.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes each side until brown and crisp on outside.
  • Serve with red pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.2, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 115.6, Sodium 378.7, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.7, Protein 13.2

CREOLE CRAB AND CRAWFISH CAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h2m

Yield 4 to 6 servings or 10 to 12 ca

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 pound crawfish
1 pound crabmeat
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Creole mustard
1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup rice, cooked
1 cup saltines, broken
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 cup mayonnaise
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
2 tablespoons horseradish, prepared and drained
1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix all the above ingredients except for the saltines and bread crumbs. Blend in the coarsely broken saltine crackers and bread. Let rest in refrigerator for 1 hour. Form 3-ounce balls or patties and brown both sides in a lightly oiled, heavy skillet.
  • Combine all ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to blend flavors. Served chilled.
  • Yield: 1 3/4 cups of sauce

CRAB AND CRAYFISH CAKES WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Make and share this Crab and Crayfish Cakes With Red Pepper Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 12 cakes, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup scallion, finely chopped
2 eggs, lightly beten
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 lb lump crabmeat, picked over and flaked
1/2 lb frozen crayfish, defrosted
2 cups fresh coarse breadcrumbs (made from french or italian bread)
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup drained jarred roasted red pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2/3 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • To make the sauce: Place all ingredients except mayonnaise in a food processor and blend until smooth.Transfer to a small bowl and stir in mayonnaise until well blended. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, scallions, eggs, mustard,worcestershire, tobasco and salt. Fold in the crab meat, crayfish and 1/2 cup of the breadcrumbs. Form into 2 inch cakes, about 3/4 inch thick. Coat the cakes heavily with the remaining breadcrumbs and transfer to a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Chill, covered for at least 2 hours, or over night.
  • Heat 2 tbsp of the oil with 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add half of the cakes and cook until crispy and golden, about 5 minutes each side. Add the remaining oil and butter and cook the remaining cakes.
  • Serve warm with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.2, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 173.5, Sodium 1412.4, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 25.9

CRAB WONTON CUPS



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These tasty little crab tarts make excellent appetizers served warm and crispy from the oven. You can add them to your list of holiday finger food as well. They're true crowd-pleasers. -Connie McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 32 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 13

32 wonton wrappers
Cooking spray
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
5 drops hot pepper sauce
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Press wonton wrappers into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Spritz wrappers with cooking spray. Bake until lightly browned, 8-9 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese, cream, egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and pepper sauce until smooth. Stir in crab, green onions and red pepper; spoon into wonton cups. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake until filling is heated through, 10-12 minutes. Serve warm. If desired, garnish with minced chives. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LORI'S FAMOUS CRAB CAKES



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These crab cakes are just the best. I make these often at home, and I make a smaller appetizer size for parties. They are always a hit. They are easy and delicious. I won't eat crab cakes out anymore! Serve with fresh squeezed lemon and tartar sauce!

Provided by SLJ6

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ green bell pepper, seeded and diced
¼ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
4 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 egg white
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon Old Bay TM seasoning
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon onion powder
3 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained and flaked
½ cup dry bread crumbs
1 cup canola oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss together the 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley. Mix in the egg white, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Season with Old Bay seasoning, dry mustard, and onion powder. Fold crabmeat into the mixture. Form into 6 large cakes. Coat in the remaining 1/2 cup bread crumbs.
  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet. Fry the cakes 5 minutes on each side, or until evenly brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 508 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

CRAB CAKES WITH RED BELL PEPPER



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Categories     Sauté     Valentine's Day     Quick & Easy     Crab     Bell Pepper     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound lump crab meat, picked over
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 red bell pepper, minced
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons lightly beaten egg
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 hard-boiled large egg, one half chopped fine and, for garnish, the other half quartered
1/3 cup fresh white bread crumbs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
lemon wedges for garnish if desired
bottled tartar sauce as an accompaniment if desired

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine the crab meat, the salt, and black pepper to taste. In a small saucepan cook the bell pepper in 3 tablespoons of the butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until it is softened. Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, the beaten egg, and the Worcestershire sauce, and stir the mixture into the crab meat. Add the chopped hard-boiled egg and the bread crumbs, combine the mixture gently but thoroughly, and form it into 4 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick.
  • In a large heavy skillet heat the oil with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over moderately high heat until the foam subsides and in the fat sauté the crab cakes, turning them carefully, for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Serve the crab cakes with the lemon wedges, the remaining hard-boiled egg, and the tartar sauce.

Tips:

  • For the freshest crab and crayfish cakes, use live or freshly caught seafood. If using frozen seafood, thaw it completely before using.
  • Be sure to clean and devein the shrimp and crayfish before using.
  • Do not overmix the crab and crayfish cake mixture, as this will make the cakes tough.
  • Use a large spoon or ice cream scoop to form the crab and crayfish cakes, so that they are all uniform in size.
  • Pan-fry the crab and crayfish cakes over medium heat, so that they have time to cook through without burning.
  • Serve the crab and crayfish cakes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or red pepper sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab and crayfish cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new seafood recipe to try, give these crab and crayfish cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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