Best 7 Easiest Crabby Crab Cakes Recipes
Welcome to the delectable world of crab cakes, where succulent crab meat takes center stage, encased in a crispy, golden-brown crust. These irresistible morsels are a celebration of coastal cuisine, capturing the essence of the sea with every bite.
In this culinary adventure, we'll embark on a journey through three distinct crab cake recipes, each offering a unique taste experience. From the classic Maryland-style crab cakes, bursting with sweet crab meat and Old Bay seasoning, to the zesty Louisiana crab cakes, infused with Cajun spices and a hint of heat, to the elegant crab cakes adorned with a creamy lemon-herb sauce, these recipes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors as we explore the art of crafting the perfect crab cake. Discover the secrets of selecting the freshest crab meat, the perfect combination of binders and seasonings, and the techniques for achieving that irresistible crispy exterior and tender, flaky interior.
So, don your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the world of crab cakes, where every bite is a celebration of coastal flavors and culinary artistry.
BEST EVER CRAB CAKES
These are the fastest, easiest crab cakes I have ever made and some of the best I have ever eaten! Serve with coarse mustard on the plate or your favorite mustard sauce.
Provided by LINDACHEK
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab Crab Cake Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, tarragon, and scallions. Gently stir in crabmeat, being careful not to break up meat. Gradually mix in cracker crumbs, adding until desired consistency is achieved.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Form crab mixture into 4 patties. Place patties in skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
EASY CRAB CAKES
Ready-to-go crabmeat makes these delicate patties easier than other crab cake recipes. You can also form the crab mixture into four thick patties instead of eight crab cakes. -Charlene Spelock, Apollo, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onions, red pepper, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder and cayenne; fold in crab., Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Divide mixture into eight portions; shape into 2-in. balls. Gently coat in bread crumbs and shape into 1/2-in.-thick patties., In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add crab cakes; cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Getting the most out of crab cakes often means putting the least into them. Since crab has the best texture and subtlest flavor of all crustaceans, the best crab cakes are those that showcase the crab, not another ingredient. The loose mix is best chilled before shaping, but it is essential to chill it again for a half-hour or so (longer is better) before cooking. When cold, the cakes will hold together, and once the egg, the binding agent, does its work, they will retain their shape until attacked with a fork.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons flour. Cover mixture, and put in freezer for 5 minutes. Shape mixture into 4 hamburger-shaped patties. Line plate with plastic wrap, and put crab cakes on it. Cover crab cakes with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes (or as long as 1 day), or freeze for 15 minutes.
- Put flour for dredging in a bowl. Combine oil and butter in 12-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium. When butter melts and its foam subsides, gently dredge a crab cake in the flour. Gently tap off excess flour, and add crab cake to pan; repeat with remaining crab cakes, and then turn heat to medium-high.
- Cook, rotating cakes in pan as necessary to brown the first side, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn, and brown the other side (it will take slightly less time). Serve cakes hot, with lemon wedges.
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Here is a recipe I saved from Sundays food section, that I thought sounded good, that I'd like to share.
Provided by rwwest
Categories Crab
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper and 2 Tablespoons flour.
- Cover; and put in freezer for 5 minutes.
- Shape mixture into 4 hamburger-shaped patties.
- Line plate with plastic wrap, and put crab cakes on it. Cover with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes (or as long as 1 day), or freeze for 15 minutes.
- Put flour for dredging in a bowl.
- Combine oil and butter in 12-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium.
- When butter melts and its foam subsides, gently dredge a crab cake in flour.
- Gently tap off excess flour; and add crab cake to pan; repeat with remaining crab cakes, and then turn heat to medium-high.
- Cook, rotating cakes in pan as necessary to brown first side, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Turn and brown other side (it will take slightly less time). Serve hot, with lemon wedges.
CRABBY CAKES
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 10 (3-ounce) cakes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Set bread crumbs aside; combine remaining ingredients together until mixed well. Form mixture into 3-ounce cakes. Roll each cake in bread crumbs. Place cakes in freezer for 1 hour, to set up. Saute on medium heat until each cake is golden brown and heated through. Serve with special sauce.
- In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use.
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Steps:
- Gently combine the crab, egg, mustard if you're using it, salt and pepper to taste, and 2 tablespoons flour. Cover and put in the freezer for 5 minutes. Shape the mixture into 4 patties. Line a plate with plastic wrap and put the crab cakes on it. Cover with more plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes (or up to a day if you like) or freeze for 15 minutes.
- Put the flour for dredging in a bowl. Put the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, gently dredge one of the crab cakes in the flour. Gently tap off the excess flour and add the crab cake to the pan; repeat with the remaining crab cakes, then turn the heat to medium-high.
- Cook, rotating the cakes in the pan as necessary to brown the first side, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn and brown the other side, which will take slightly less time. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
EASIEST CRABBY CRAB CAKES
This recipe is quickly made and preserves the crab flavor and health value by using far less mayonnaise than many crab cake recipes and by using small cubes of white bread rather than bread crumbs.
Provided by ChefWhiz
Categories Crab
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large bowl, mix all ingredients together well.
- Shape into 8 cakes and saute in sweet butter until both sides are crisp and brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.9, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 77.2, Sodium 692.2, Carbohydrate 2.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.3
Tips:
- Choose fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat will give your crab cakes the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat is a good alternative.
- Use a variety of crab meat. Different types of crab meat have different flavors and textures. Using a variety of crab meat will give your crab cakes a more complex flavor.
- Don't over-mix the crab cakes. Over-mixing will make the crab cakes tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Chill the crab cakes before cooking. Chilling the crab cakes before cooking will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.
- Use a hot pan to cook the crab cakes. A hot pan will help the crab cakes sear and develop a nice crust.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the crab cakes from cooking evenly.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Tartar sauce, remoulade, or cocktail sauce are all classic choices.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little practice, you'll be able to make crab cakes that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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