FAUX CRAB CAKES (ZUCCHINI FRITTERS)

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These are a vegetarian dream come true! It is remarkable how much these taste like crab cakes, particularly if patties are small and thin. Recipe is adapted from John Shields, chef/owner of Gertrude's, Baltimore, Md. and appears in the cookbook, "Cooking Fresh From the Mid-Atlantic", edited by Fran McManus & Wendy Rickard. Allow 30 minutes for the zucchini to drain.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 8 patties

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups coarsely grated zucchini
salt
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise or 1 tablespoon plain yogurt
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Place grated zucchini in a colander; sprinkle lightly with salt. Let zucchini sit for about 30 minutes, allowing it to drain. Squeeze to remove additional liquid - zucchini should be fairly dry.
  • Place zucchini and bread crumbs in a large bowl and mix together.
  • Place egg, Old Bay, Dijon, mayo, lemon juice and parsley in a small bowl. Mix well.
  • Pour egg mixture into zucchini-bread crumb mixture, and mix gently and thoroughly. Form into 8 patties the size of crab cakes. Heat a small amount of oil in a saute pan, and cook patties on both sides, browning well.
  • Serve with tartar sauce, chopped capers, fresh basil and/or lemon wedges. Goes really well with halved sun gold or cherry tomatoes.

Mathanaraj Mathan
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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy recipe, you have to try these faux crab cakes.


Salyan Salyan
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These faux crab cakes are simply delicious. I highly recommend them.


M uzair Awan
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I love how creative these faux crab cakes are. They're a great way to use up leftover zucchini.


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I made these faux crab cakes for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Shivam
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My family loved these faux crab cakes. They were a hit with both the kids and the adults.


HASSANA ZUBAIRU
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I'm always looking for healthy recipes, and these faux crab cakes are a great option. They're low in calories and fat, and they're packed with vegetables.


Md Tarek Aziz
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These faux crab cakes are packed with flavor. The zucchini, corn, and Old Bay seasoning all come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Mark Boakye Yiadom
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I'm always looking for quick and easy recipes, and these faux crab cakes fit the bill. They were so easy to make, and they were ready in no time.


Hidayah Nambatya
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I'm a vegetarian, so I was excited to try these faux crab cakes. They were so good! The zucchini and corn give them a great texture, and the Old Bay seasoning gives them a delicious flavor.


Mastar Asim
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These faux crab cakes are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional crab cakes. They're easy to make and perfect for a quick and easy meal.