Best 5 Mini Crab Cakes Wlemon Garlic Aioli Recipes

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**Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon-Garlic Aioli: A Delightful Culinary Experience**

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our delectable Mini Crab Cakes, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. Each crab cake is meticulously crafted using fresh, succulent crab meat, expertly seasoned and delicately fried to golden perfection. The result is a crispy exterior that yields to a tender, flavorful interior, bursting with the essence of the sea. Complementing the crab cakes is our irresistible Lemon-Garlic Aioli, a vibrant sauce that adds a delightful tang and garlicky aroma to each bite. Whether you serve them as an appetizer or main course, these Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon-Garlic Aioli are sure to leave a lasting impression on your palate. This recipe also includes instructions for making Homemade Tartar Sauce and Old Bay Fries, allowing you to create a complete and satisfying meal that will delight your family and friends.

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SPICY CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON AIOLI SAUCE



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons butter
1 shallot, chopped fine
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped red pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon crab boil seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 cup plain panko bread crumbs
1 large egg
Hot sauce, to taste
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over to remove cartilage and shell fragments
1/2 cup peanut oil
Lemon Aioli, recipe follows
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped chives
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a medium size pan over medium heat. Add the butter. Once melted add the shallot, 1 clove of garlic and red pepper. Lightly saute until tender, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, crab boil seasoning, fresh parsley, 1/2 cup of the panko and egg. Mix in cooked vegetables, hot sauce, and salt and pepper, to taste. Add crabmeat and stir well.
  • Form crab cakes using about 2 tablespoons of crab mixture for each cake.. Flatten until they're about 3/4 inches high. Dip the cakes into the remaining panko.
  • Add oil to a large skillet over high heat. Add crab cakes and saute, flipping once, until golden brown and crisp, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Serve with Lemon Aioli.
  • In a medium bowl, mix all the ingredients together.

MINI-CRAB CAKES W/LEMON-GARLIC AIOLI



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crab Cakes:
1/4 cup mayo
1-1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg, beaten
2 tbsp. finely minced chives or Italian parsley
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 lb. lump crab meat, picked over
Kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
Aioli
1 large egg yolk
1 large clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
1 tbsp lemon juice, plus more as needed
1 tsp water
1 cup EVOO
1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil, plus more as needed
2 tbsp. minced chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Crab cakes: Combine mayo, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, egg, parsley, Dijon & Old Bay in medium mixing bowl using silicone spatula. Add crab to mayo mixture & fold together gently, taking care not to break up lump crab. Taste & season w/salt & pepper. Using moistened hands, gently form mixture into 4 crab cakes. Place on parchment-lined plate or baking sheet & refrigerate at least 30 mins. Preheat oven to 200 deg & place rack in center. Pour remaining 1 cup breadcrumbs into shallow dish. Gently roll crab cakes in bread crumbs, pressing lightly to coat. Pour oil into large skillet, preferably nonstick & heat over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches, place crab cakes in skillet, leaving 1 inch space around each. Cook until crab cakes are golden brown, flipping once with a fish spatula, about 3-4 mins per side. Transfer crab cakes to wire rack set over rimmed baking sheet & season immediately w/salt. Place rack and baking sheet in preheated oven to keep warm. Garnish with aioli & chives. Aioli: Whisk together egg yolk, garlic, lemon juice & water in medium mixing bowl. While whisking vigorously, add oil in drops to form an emulsion. Continue whisking & slowly drizzling in remaining oil to form thick sauce. Taste & season w/salt, pepper & additional lemon juice as needed. Cover & keep refrigerated until ready to use.

MINI CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON-DILL AIOLI



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I love a good crab cake! The sauce would also go great with shrimp instead of cocktail sauce. This recipe is from Pavilions.com. You can change the amount of bread crumbs to your liking.

Provided by MealPrepper

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh dill weed, minced
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large brown egg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
3 cups fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
4 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, well drained

Steps:

  • 1. For aioli, in a small bowl combine mayonnaise, lemon peel and juice, dill, and garlic. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate until crab cakes are ready.
  • 2. For crab cakes, in a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, egg, cayenne, 1 cup bread crumbs, celery, red bell pepper, and green onion; mix well. Gently stir in crabmeat.
  • 3. Place remaining 2 cups bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Shape crab into small cakes (about 1 1/2-in. diameter); coat with bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  • 4. Place apart in two oiled 12- by- 17-in. rimmed baking pans. Bake in a 500° oven for 7 minutes, switch pan positions, and continue baking until golden brown, about 7 minutes longer. Serve hot with aioli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.2, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 14.1, Sodium 253.3, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1, Protein 4.5

ALMOND FLOUR CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON AIOLI



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Provided by Catherine Saint Louis

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 12 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups ground almond meal, plus 2/3 cup for dredging
4 scallions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped dill
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 pound lump crab meat, picked over
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/3 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 to 3/4 cup canola or grapeseed oil for frying
2 egg yolks
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2/3 to 1 cup grapeseed oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Make the crab cakes: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, egg, egg yolk and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl. Mix in 2 cups of almond meal, scallions and herbs until thoroughly combined. Gently fold in crab. Season with salt and white pepper, cover with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the aioli: Combine egg yolks, mustard, garlic and lemon zest and juice in a blender or food processor and purée until smooth. With machine running, slowly drizzle in the grapeseed oil a few drops at a time until the mixture begins to thicken. Gradually increase the oil to a thin, steady stream, blending to a uniform creamy consistency. If aioli breaks, drizzle in a little lukewarm water a few drops at a time until consistency is reached again. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Will keep 2 days or more in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Mix remaining 2/3 cup almond meal and cornmeal in a pie plate and season lightly with salt and pepper. Divide crab mixture into 12 equal portions and form into 2-inch patties. Coat in almond-cornmeal mixture.
  • Heat 1/4 cup canola or grapeseed oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is hot but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Cook crab cakes in batches, 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crisp, wiping out the skillet and adding fresh oil between the batches. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined tray. Crab cakes can be kept warm in a 200-degree oven for up to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 383, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 295 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON GARLIC AIOLI SAUCE



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My friend Kirsten shared this recipe for me when I needed a no-fail crab cake recipe for a holiday party. This was fantastic

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Crab

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (8 ounce) can premium white lump crabmeat, drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 small egg
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/2 cup fresh white breadcrumbs (add dash of salt and pepper)
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, mashed into a paste
1/2 lemon, juice of, fresh lemon of a
flour
2 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 small garlic cloves, mashed to a paste with salt
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 dash black pepper
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

Steps:

  • Mix first 10 ingredients together, being careful to not overmix or break up the crab chunks.
  • Dust a sheet pan or piece of tinfoil with flour. Carefully form little patties with the mixture and drop them onto the sheet pan or foil to dust with flour. Don't overhandle as the mixture will be very soft and wet. If the mixture is too wet, add more crumbs, or some flour.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter into 2 tbs of the olive oil and heat a sauté pan to medium-high. Carefully drop cakes into pan with a spatula. Cook on one side until brown and crisp.
  • Turn carefully, cook on the other side until brown and crisp and the inside of the cakes are cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Serve hot, topped with aioli and a few sliced green onions for garnish.
  • For the sauce:.
  • Mash garlic into a fine paste with the side of a knife on a cutting board, using salt as an abrasive. Mix all ingredients together. Serve with the crab cakes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor.
  • Gently fold the ingredients together to avoid breaking up the crab meat.
  • Chill the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape.
  • Pan-fry the crab cakes over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the crab cakes with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. The lemon-garlic aioli adds a bright and flavorful touch to the crab cakes.

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