Calling all seafood lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of shrimp and crab cakes. These delectable treats, often served as appetizers or main courses, are a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through a variety of shrimp and crab cake recipes, each with its own unique twist. From classic to modern, spicy to mild, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on an exploration of these crispy, succulent seafood gems.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
COMPANY SHRIMP-AND-CRAB CAKES
The addition of shrimp gives crab cakes a new flavor. Using panko instead of flour makes the prep easier, plus the cakes stay together without tasting doughy. I love these crab cakes served with mango salsa! -Regina Reynolds, Struthers, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Fold in crab and shrimp. Shape into 12 patties; coat with panko bread crumbs., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook crab cakes in oil in batches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Serve with crab cakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
LINDA'S CRAB AND SHRIMP CAKES
Flavorful seafood cakes made with crab and shrimp. Serve with a lemon-dill aioli.
Provided by Linda F. Bergfeld
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine bread crumbs, mayonnaise, eggs, mustard, capers and brine, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dill, Creole seasoning, garlic, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl; mix until well combined.
- Combine crabmeat and shrimp in a small bowl. Fold into the mayonnaise mixture until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the refrigerator and form into 12 patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seafood patties in batches in the hot oil, until browned, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 153.7 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1241.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
SHRIMP AND CRAB CAKES
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h45m
Yield 34 (2-inch) cakes
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Roughly chop the raw shrimp and place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whip the egg whites with a fork until frothy. Stir in the cream, salt, pepper, and cumin seeds. Combine with chopped shrimp. Mix well with the jicama, green onion, cilantro, ginger, and kaffir lime leaves.
- Press any excess moisture out of the crab meat in a colander. Combine the crab with the shrimp mixture.
- Pour the panko into a wide, shallow dish. Scoop out a heaping tablespoon of the shrimp and crab mixture and drop it into the panko. Using your hands, shape the shrimp and crab mixture into round cakes and evenly coat with the panko. Repeat with the remaining mixture and place the crab cakes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
- Heat a deep fryer to 350 degrees F or heat 3/4-inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, just until the surface of the oil begins to gently ripple. Fry the crab cakes, a few at a time, until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the hot oil with a slotted spoon or spider and place on absorbent paper to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve with Ginger-Lime Dipping Sauce on the side.
- Put sugar, water, ginger, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and reduce to a syrupy consistency (about 15 minutes). Strain through a fine sieve, discard ginger, reserve liquid, and let cool.
- In a small food processor, pulse cilantro, lime juice, chile, and green onion (about 30 seconds). Add ginger syrup and pulse until combined.
- Serve at room temperature.
SHRIMP AND CRAB CAKES WITH WASABI MAYONNAISE
Steps:
- 1. Whisk the egg with the scallion whites, ginger, soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of the mayonnaise in a large bowl. Finley grate the zest and add it and the juice from 1/2 the lime to the mixture. (Cut the remaining 1/2 lime in wedges and reserve for serving.) Fold the crabmeat, shrimp, and 4 tablespoons of the panko into the mixture and season with pepper.
- 2. Put some panko in a shallow bowl for breading. Divide the crab mixture evenly into 4 patties, about 3 inches in diameter. Coat each patty all over with the panko, transfer to a plate and refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
- 3. Meanwhile, put the wasabi powder in a small bowl, stir in 2 tablespoons water and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. (This should be the consistency of heavy cream.) Set aside.
- 4. Preheat the oven to 375 F.
- 5. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes and cook until light brown and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the crab cakes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F inside, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 6. Drain on paper towels. Serve the crab cakes on a bed of sprouts if desired, top with the scallion greens, wasabi mayonnaise and lime wedges.
- From Food Network Kitchen: This recipe has been updated and may differ from what was originally published or broadcast.
Tips:
- Use fresh seafood: The fresher the seafood, the better your cakes will taste. If you can, buy your shrimp and crab meat from a local fish market or seafood counter.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your cakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Be careful not to overcook the cakes: Shrimp and crab cakes are delicate and can easily be overcooked. Cook them just until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: Shrimp and crab cakes are delicious served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade.
Conclusion:
Shrimp and crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect shrimp and crab cakes that will impress your friends and family.
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