Best 4 Crabless Crab Cakes With Chicken Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a delectable journey with our crabless crab cakes, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. These culinary gems crafted with succulent chicken, a blend of aromatic herbs, and a touch of seafood essence, offer a delightful twist on the classic crab cake. Dive into the depths of our recipe collection, where you'll find variations to suit every palate. Choose from the classic version, bursting with the goodness of chicken and Old Bay seasoning, to the zesty kick of Cajun-spiced crab cakes. And for those with a penchant for bold flavors, explore the tantalizing combination of crabless crab cakes infused with the smokiness of chipotle peppers. Each recipe is a culinary adventure, promising a delectable experience that will transport you to a seafood lover's paradise.

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

CRABLESS CRAB CAKES WITH CHICKEN



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This Memorial Day weekend, I had a problem... I needed to come up with a crab cake recipe (for a client) that had the same mouth feel as a crab cake... but didn't contain any crab... Interesting. I don't claim that this is a substitute for crab... nothing (in my opinion) replaces crab, but it is a very tasty dish, and it goes...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 c oyster crackers
1/4 c minced onion, or french's french fried onions.
10 oz cooked chicken, breast, roughly chopped
1/2 c mayonnaise
2 Tbsp pickle relish (sweet or dill), i like dill
1 tsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 dash(es) hot sauce, or to taste (i like frank's)
1 medium egg, lightly mixed
1 c panco breadcrumbs
1/4 c peanut oil for frying

Steps:

  • 1. Gather all your ingredients.
  • 2. In the bowl of a food processor, fitted with an S-blade, combine the oyster crackers and the French's French Fried Onions, or regular onions.
  • 3. Pulse a few times, until the crackers are broken down, but still have some big pieces.
  • 4. Add the chicken, mayonnaise, relish, parsley, salt, black pepper, hot sauce, and egg.
  • 5. Use one-second pulses until all the ingredients are incorporated, but not so much that the mixture gets mushy... You want some chunks.
  • 6. Take 4 ounces of the mixture and form into a cake, you should have 4 cakes and a bit of extra.
  • 7. Chef's Tip: I use a standard egg ring to form the patties, and it works perfect.
  • 8. Place the panko breadcrumbs in a bowl.
  • 9. Pat some of the breadcrumb onto the top and bottom of the cakes.
  • 10. Chef's Tip: The cakes are very fragile, so be very careful with the patting.
  • 11. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or large plate, cover with cling wrap, and put into the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • 12. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • 13. Cook the cakes until evenly browned, about 5 minutes per side.
  • 14. Drain on paper towels before serving.
  • 15. Chef's Note: My favorite way of serving these is over some nice Cajun style rice: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/side-rice-side/rice-pilaf-with-a-cajun-creole-twist.html
  • 16. Chef's Note: And drizzled with a good Rémoulade: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/sauce-spread-dressing/remoulade-sauce-big-easy-style-with-a.html
  • 17. Chef's Note: I made these for a client's private party, and everyone was raving and asking me for the recipe. Enjoy.
  • 18. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

VEGAN CHICKPEA CRAB CAKES



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All the flavors are here-Old Bay, lemon and that distinct brininess-but there's no crab in sight with these cakes. Instead, chickpeas stand in for shellfish, and they are just as satisfying.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and 1/4 cup liquid reserved
Pinch cream of tartar
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon honey mustard
2 slices of white bread or 1 hamburger bun, torn into small pieces
Kosher salt
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon honey mustard
Pinch Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 whole dill pickle, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dill pickle brine

Steps:

  • For the chickpea crab cakes: Place the reserved chickpea liquid into a large bowl, then add the cream of tartar and whip vigorously until foamy and thick.
  • Whisk in the parsley, lemon juice, Old Bay and honey mustard, then add the bread pieces and toss to coat. Let sit until the bread is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop the chickpeas (alternatively, you can pinch or smush them). When the bread mixture is ready, add the chickpeas and toss and squeeze the mixture until it holds together. Form into eight 3/4-inch thick patties with nice rounded edges. Cover and chill them for at least 1 hour.
  • For the tartar sauce: Whisk together the mayonnaise, honey mustard, Old Bay, pickle and pickle brine in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Whisk a large pinch of salt into the flour and put on a plate. Pour enough oil to cover the bottom of a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Dredge half of the cakes in the flour. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the cakes and cook until crunchy and deep golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Adjust the heat as necessary to keep them from browning too quickly. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with the remaining cakes. Sprinkle each with salt, then bake until heated completely through, about 5 minutes.
  • Serve the chickpea crab cakes with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

CRABLESS CRAB CAKES



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Found this while looking for healthier recipes. You can make it vegan by using soy cheese. The article says you won't miss the crab, but my question is why refer to crab cakes at all! Haven't made them yet so I look forward to hearing from anyone who does. Prep and cook times are complete guesses.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese or 3/4 cup soy cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
1 eggs or 1 egg substitute, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, bread crumbs, cheese, onion, egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Shape the mixture into 6 cakes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cakes and cook 7 to 10 minutes on each side, turning once, until golden and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 703.2, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3, Protein 8.1

CONNIE'S ZUCCHINI "CRAB" CAKES



Connie's Zucchini

These really taste like crab cakes but without the crab, and are a really good way to utilize that bumper crop of zucchini!

Provided by Patti Jo

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 ½ cups grated zucchini
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup minced onion
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini, egg, and butter or margarine. Stir in seasoned crumbs, minced onion, and seasoning. Mix well.
  • Shape mixture into patties. Dredge in flour.
  • In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium high heat until hot. Fry patties in oil until golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 49.4 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 319.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. High-quality chicken, vegetables, and seasonings will make a big difference in the taste of your crabless crab cakes.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes: Overmixing will make the crab cakes tough. Gently combine the ingredients until just combined.
  • Cook the crab cakes over medium heat: This will help prevent them from burning on the outside while remaining raw on the inside.
  • Flip the crab cakes only once: Flipping the crab cakes too often will break them up. Flip them only once, when the edges are golden brown and the bottoms are set.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce: Tartar sauce, remoulade, or cocktail sauce are all classic choices.

Conclusion:

Crabless crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious crabless crab cakes that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give crabless crab cakes a try!

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