Indulge in the delectable flavors of crab cakes, a classic seafood dish that combines succulent crab meat with a symphony of seasonings. These golden-brown patties are a delightful appetizer or main course, perfect for any occasion. Served with a zesty lemon remoulade, these crab cakes offer a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer baking or pan-frying, this recipe provides detailed instructions for both methods, ensuring a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. Dive into this culinary journey and experience the ultimate crab cake experience. In addition to the classic crab cake recipe, this article also offers tantalizing variations to cater to diverse preferences. From the indulgent Crab Cakes with Old Bay Seasoning to the unique Crab Cakes with Corn and Bell Peppers, each variation promises a distinct taste sensation. And for those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Crab Cakes provide a delicious alternative without compromising on flavor.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
THE ULTIMATE CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories appetizer
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Put potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to the boil, uncovered. Simmer for about 20 minutes until there is no resistance when a fork is inserted.
- Drain the potatoes and make sure they are dry. Mash them in a large bowl until all there are no lumps.
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the milk, garlic, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Do not let it boil. Using a sieve, strain the milk and herbs into the potatoes and mix thoroughly. Add the chopped chives and season with salt and pepper.
- Check crabmeat for pieces of shell. Cover with cling-film and leave in the refrigerator until ready to use. Remove and fold carefully into the potatoes. Using your hands shape the mixture into medium sized patties, taking care to flatten out the centers and smooth out the top.
- Roll them in bread crumbs and shake off excess.
- Coat a large non-stick skillet with a 1/4-inch of oil and heat over a medium heat until it begins to smoke slightly. Pan-fry the crab cakes until brown, about 5 minutes on each side, turning carefully with a spatula. Remove from pan and serve on a large flat dish with Remoulade.
- Garnish with slices of lemon and serve with a green salad.
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- Yield: 6 servings
CRAB CAKES AND 5-INGREDIENT REMOULADE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, beat the egg. Add the mayonnaise, parsley, seafood seasoning, Dijon mustard and lemon zest, then mix well to combine. Add the crabmeat and panko and mix gently but thoroughly to combine. Form 8 crab cakes by pressing them into shape with a 1/3-cup measure. Place on a buttered baking sheet.
- Place an oven rack 8 inches from the broiler element. Heat the broiler to a high setting. Brush the tops of the crab cakes with the melted butter. Broil until golden on top and heated through, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve immediately with the lemon wedges and Remoulade.
- Add the mayonnaise, capers, garlic salt, pepper and lemon juice to a bowl and whisk.
CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE SAUCE
The best crab cakes are freshly made and cooked in your skillet just until crunchy on the outside. The remoulade sauce is inspired by New Orleans cooking, and you can adjust the spice levels with more or less horseradish and Louisiana-style hot sauce. Crisp French fries make a great side, but you can go lighter with marinated green bean salad.
Provided by Ball Park Buns
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ball Park Buns
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- To make sauce, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk well. Cover and hold in refrigerator.
- To make crab cakes, combine mayonnaise, egg, red onion and parsley in a large bowl, stirring well with a fork.
- Add crab, 1 cup bread crumbs, seafood seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika and cayenne. Stir until combined; the mixture will be fairly loose and wet.
- Shape mixture into 8 patties of equal size. Coat each patty in remaining bread crumbs to make a crust.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and cook patties for about 8 minutes, turning just once about halfway through cooking, just until uniformly golden brown.
- Meanwhile, brush hamburger buns with melted butter and toast at 400 degrees F just until they begin to brown at edges.
- To serve, place patty on each bun, top with remoulade sauce and desired trimmings. Serve with extra sauce and lemon wedges on the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Cholesterol 99.9 mg, Fat 41.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1440.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON REMOULADE
I found this recipe in my Southern Living Magazine -- it's listed as one of their best recipes from the past 40 years.
Provided by Bobbie
Categories Crab
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Melt 2 T. butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat; add bell pepper and onion, and sauté 10 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; stir in cracker crumbs and next 6 ingredients. Gently stir in crabmeat. Shape mixture into 8 patties; cover and chill at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
- Melt 1/2 T. butter with 1/2 T. oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Cook 4 crab cakes 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Repeat procedure with remaining 1/2 T. butter, 1/2 T. oil, and crab cakes. Serve with Lemon Remoulade; garnish if desired.
- Serving suggestion: Serve crab cakes on top of some mix greens that have been tossed with some olive oil, salt and pepper before adding the other garnish.
- Tip: Handle the crabmeat as little as possible in order to keep the succulent lumps intact.
- Lemon Remoulade:.
- Whisk together all ingredients until blended. Cover and chill 30 minutes or up to 3 days.
- The sauce can also be used as a dip for boiled shrimp or steamed asparagus; add a little milk to make a tangy salad dressing.
- (The prep and cook time does not include the time needed to refrigerate).
CRAB CAKES WITH FRESH LEMON
Fresh lemons and lemon juice bring out all the great flavors in these crispy crab cakes. But be careful not to overcook or they'll be dry, instead of moist and delicate. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cornmeal and milk; set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, saute red pepper and onions in oil until tender. Remove from the heat., Add the egg whites, mayonnaise, flour, parsley, lemon juice, seafood seasoning and cayenne to the reserved cornmeal mixture; mix well. Fold in the crab, corn and red pepper mixture., Coat the same skillet with cooking spray; drop crab mixture by scant 1/2 cupfuls into the pan. Press into 3/4-in.-thick patties. Cook in batches over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 764mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON CAPER REMOULADE RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by akselden
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350'F. 2. Place crabmeat in a sieve; pick through and remove any cartilag•e. Press firmly to remove liquid. Transfer to a large bowl. 3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat. Add green onions and cook for about 2 minutes or until softened. Let cool. 4. Add cooked onions, egg yolks, breadcrumbs, herbs, mustard, mayonnaise, Tabasco and Worcestershire sauces, salt and pepper to the crabmeat. Stir mixture until well combined, breaking up lumps of crabmeat with your fingers . 5. Divide crab mixture into eight equal parts and form into B round patties about 1/2" thick. (Patties can be prepared ahead, covered and refrigerated for up to 1 day). 6. In a large skillet, heat half of the remaining oil over medium-high heat and cook crab cakes in batches - adding remaining oil as necessary - for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm with Lemon Caper Remoulade (recipe below). Makes 8 appetizer servings Lemon caper remoulade 1. In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon rind and juice, capers and parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for approximately 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Makes about 1-1/3 cups
BAKED CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE
Baked crab cakes have all the flavor of fried cakes--but not the fat.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In food processor, place all Remoulade ingredients. Process until mixture is smooth; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray large cookie sheet with cooking spray or line with cooking parchment paper. In large bowl, beat egg, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, the soy sauce, Sriracha sauce and Cajun seasoning with whisk. Stir in bell pepper and green onions. Fold in crabmeat, one-fourth of the bread crumbs, the salt and pepper. Place remaining bread crumbs in shallow dish.
- Divide crab mixture into fourths. Shape each section into 4 patties (making 16 total), coating both sides with bread crumbs in shallow dish. Place on cookie sheet.
- Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cakes are slightly brown on bottoms. Turn; bake 10 to 12 minutes longer or until golden brown. Serve immediately with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Choosing the right crab meat is crucial for flavorful crab cakes. Opt for fresh or high-quality frozen lump crab meat for the best results.
- Gently handle the crab meat to maintain its delicate texture. Avoid overmixing the crab cake mixture to prevent toughness.
- Use a light touch when shaping the crab cakes. Delicate handling helps keep the crab meat intact and prevents the cakes from becoming too dense.
- To achieve a golden-brown crust and evenly cooked crab cakes, maintain a medium-high heat when pan-frying. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Allow the crab cakes to rest before serving. This brief resting period helps the cakes set and retain their shape, resulting in a more enjoyable eating experience.
Conclusion:
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of crab cakes elevated by a zesty lemon remoulade. The combination of sweet crab meat, crispy bread crumbs, and aromatic herbs creates a delightful culinary experience. Accompanied by the tangy and herbaceous remoulade, these crab cakes offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, they are sure to impress and satisfy. Elevate your next gathering or mealtime with these delectable crab cakes, savoring the taste of the sea in every bite.
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