Best 5 Crab Cake Bites Recipes

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Crab cake bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, and seasonings, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit with your guests. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade, for a complete and satisfying dish.

This article offers two tasty variations of crab cake bites: classic crab cake bites and spicy crab cake bites. The classic crab cake bites are made with a traditional blend of crab meat, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, and seasonings, while the spicy crab cake bites add a kick of heat with the addition of cayenne pepper and diced jalapeños. Both recipes are simple to follow and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you prefer your crab cakes mild or spicy, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious crab cake bites!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRAB CAKE BITES



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These appetizer bites are a mini way to enjoy crab cakes for your next gathering. Crab, fresh chives and spices are folded into bread crumbs, shaped and baked for the perfect bite. Serve with lemon-garlic sauce for dipping.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 egg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay™ seafood seasoning
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 containers (8 oz each) refrigerated pasteurized lump crabmeat, cleaned
2/3 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
  • In medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, the egg, chives, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Fold in crabmeat and bread crumbs until well blended (mixture will be moist). Using measuring tablespoon, shape mixture into 36 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 16 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned and hot in center. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together Lemon-Garlic Sauce ingredients until blended. Serve bites with sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

MINI CRAB CAKE BITES



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There's plenty of rich seafood flavor in this single-serve appetizer, made easy with Original Bisquick mix. Make then extra fun-and hands free-with the addition of candy-making lollipop sticks.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, well drained, flaked
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
3/4 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1/2 cup finely chopped red, yellow or orange bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Lightly spray 24 mini muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir together all ingredients. Scoop mixture evenly into muffin cups.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes in pan, then run sharp knife carefully around each bite to remove from pan. Cool another 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

ASIAN CRAB CAKE BITES



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Crab cakes, shaped as cocktail-size rounds, include ginger, coconut milk, and cilantro.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Makes about 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon diced, seeded red jalapeno
1 tablespoon diced, seeded green jalapeno
2 scallions, white and pale-green parts only, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/3 cup coconut milk
1 1/2 cups lump crabmeat (about 9 ounces), picked over
1/2 cup panko (Asian breadcrumbs), plus more for dredging
3 to 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 limes, halved lengthwise and cut into quarters, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together jalapenos, scallions, ginger, cilantro, egg, salt, and coconut milk in a large bowl. Fold in crabmeat and breadcrumbs (mixture should just hold together). Scoop tablespoons of mixture, and lightly flatten into 1 1/2-inch cakes; arrange in rows on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with plastic wrap. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes (up to 1 week; defrost before dredging and frying).
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Dredge cakes in breadcrumbs to coat. Working in batches, fry cakes, flipping once, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side, adding more oil as needed. Serve with lime wedges.

PANKO-CRUSTED CRAB CAKE BITES WITH ROASTED PEPPER-CHIVE AIOLI



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Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces Shelled cooked crab
1/4 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 piece large egg
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 1/4 cups Panko bread crumbs
1 batch Roasted Pepper-Chive Aioli

Steps:

  • 1. Sort through crab and discard any bits of shell.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine celery, minced chives, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, and hot sauce; mix well with a fork. Add crab and 1/4 cup panko; stir gently just to mix.
  • 3. Put remaining 1 cup panko in a shallow bowl. Shape crab mixture into 24 cakes, each about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Turn each cake into panko to coat on all sides, pressing gently to make crumbs adhere. Place cakes slightly apart in an oiled 12 by 17 inch baking pan.
  • 4. Bake in a 475 degree regular or convection oven until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes. With a spatula, transfer crab cakes to a platter. Spoon a dollop of Roasted Pepper-Chive Aioli onto each cake. Garnish platter with fresh chives. Serve hot.
  • ROASTED PEPPER-CHIVE AIOLI. in a smal bowl, mix 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped drained canned roasted red peppers, 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon minced garlic. Makes about 1/2 cup.
  • MAKES 24 CRAB CAKES; 8 SERVINGS

PANKO CRUSTED CRAB CAKE BITES WITH ROASTED PEPPER CHIVE AIOLI RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by á-2908

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces shelled cooked crab
1/4 cup celery, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh chives, minced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 large egg
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 1/4 cups panko or fine dried bread crumbs
Fresh chives, rinsed and cut into 1-inch lengths

Steps:

  • Sort through crab and discard any bits of shell. In a large bowl, combine celery, minced chives, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, and hot sauce; mix well with a fork. Add crab and 1/4 cup panko; stir gently just to mix. Put remaining 1 cup panko in a shallow bowl. Shape crab mixture into 24 cakes, each about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Turn each cake in panko to coat on all sides, pressing gently to make crumbs adhere. Place cakes slightly apart in an oiled 12- X 17-inch baking pan. Bake in a 475°F regular or convection oven until golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes. With a spatula, transfer crab cakes to a platter. Spoon a dollop of Roasted Pepper-Chive Aioli onto each cake. Garnish platter with fresh chives. Serve hot. Roasted Pepper-Chive Aioli. In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped drained canned roasted red peppers, 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon minced garlic. Makes about 1/2 cup.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat will work, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Don't overmix the crab cake mixture. Overmixing will make the crab cakes tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Be careful not to overcook the crab cakes. Overcooked crab cakes will be dry and tough. Cook the crab cakes until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
  • Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for crab cakes include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.

Conclusion:

Crab cake bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a light lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious and impressive crab cake bites that will be enjoyed by everyone.

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