Best 4 Spiced Crab Cakes With Lemon Lime Aïoli Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Spiced Crab Cakes accompanied by a refreshing Lemon-Lime Aioli. These delectable crab cakes burst with a medley of succulent crab meat, aromatic spices, and a crispy golden crust, while the zesty aioli adds a burst of citrusy brightness. This culinary masterpiece is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of crafting these exquisite crab cakes, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. We'll also unveil the secrets of creating the vibrant Lemon-Lime Aioli, a perfect complement to the savory crab cakes.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones utterly captivated.

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

SPICED CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON & LIME AïOLI



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Simple fishcakes made from delicate shellfish and Asian spices - coriander, sesame and chilli add a kick. Serve with a citrus mayonnaise

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Starter

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

100g white crabmeat
2 spring onions , finely chopped
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
small pack coriander , leaves only, finely chopped, plus extra for serving
2 tbsp sesame seed
50g fresh breadcrumb
1 large egg yolk
sunflower oil , for frying
plain flour , for dusting
3 tbsp good mayonnaise
zest ½ lime (after zesting, cut ½ into wedges for serving)
zest ½ lemon , plus a squeeze of juice

Steps:

  • Combine the crab, spring onions, chilli and coriander in a large bowl. Heat a small frying pan and toast the sesame seeds. While they're still hot, use a pestle and mortar to roughly grind, then tip into the bowl with the crab. Add the breadcrumbs, egg yolk and seasoning, and mix lightly. Shape into 6 patties and chill for at least 30 mins.
  • For the aïoli, mix the mayonnaise, zests and a squeeze of lemon juice. Heat 0.5cm depth oil in a non-stick frying pan. Dust the crab cakes with a little flour and fry gently for 3 mins on each side until crisp and golden. Drain on kitchen paper. Serve the crab cakes with the zesty mayonnaise, wedges of lime and a few coriander leaves scattered over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

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.

CRAB CAKES WITH KEY LIME AIOLI RECIPE - (5/5)



Crab Cakes with Key Lime Aioli Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by Texaschef11

Number Of Ingredients 26

* Key Lime Aioli:
1 * 1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 * 1/4 cup key lime juice
1 * 1 tsp minced fresh garlic
1/4 * 1/4 tsp anchovy paste
2 * 2 tsp dry mustard
2 * 2 tbsp fresh parsley
2 * 2 Tbsp fresh dill
1 * 1 tsp sea salt
1 * 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
* Cover and refridgerate at least 2 hours
* Crab Cake:
1 * 1 cup bread crumbs + extra for coating
1 * 1 lb cooked lump crab
1 * 1 tsp dry mustard
1 * 1 egg, lightly beaten
1 * 1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 * 1/2 cup finely diced green pepper
1 * 1 tsp Jamacian jerk seasoning
3 * 3 Tbsp key lime juice
1/3 * 1/3 cup mayonnaise
* Olive oil for frying
1 * 1 small onion, chopped fine
1 * 1 tsp freshly ground Pepper
1 * 1 tsp sea salt
* Fresh lemon wedges (2 lemons)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients for key lime aioli first, it must sit in the refigerator for at least 2 hours. Warm olive oil in a saute pan. Add 1/2 cup finely diced green pepper, 1 small finely diced small yellow onion, 1 tsp minced garlic. Saute until tender (about 5 minutes). Transfer above to non-metalic bowl and stir in 1/3 cup mayo, 1 lightly beaten egg, 2 tbsp key lime juice, 1 tsp Jamaican jerk seasoning, and 1 tsp dry mustard. Mix in 1 lb cooked lump crab, 1 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp fresh ground pepper, and 1 cup bread crumbs. Shape into 2 inch diameter cakes. Spread some bread crumbs on a plate and roll cakes in crumbs to coat. Transfer to a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes. Fry cakes in about 1/4 cup olive oil in a large fry pan. Transfer to paper towels. Serve with key lime aioli and slices of fresh lemon.

SPICY LEMON AIOLI



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Want a quick & easy way to make an impressive sandwich spread or dip? Make this aioli and whatever you are making is sure to be a hit.

Provided by QueenBeesKitchen

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1/3 Cup, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to taste)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if desired)

Steps:

  • Add all of the ingredients except the olive oil into a medium sized mixing bowl.
  • Begin stirring with either a spatula or whisk and add in olive oil one tablespoon at a time.
  • Once everything is well blended, test for desired consistency - add more olive oil as you see fit.
  • When completely blended, top with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 582.1, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 0.2

Tips:

  • For the freshest crab cakes, use fresh crab meat. If using frozen crab meat, thaw it completely before using.
  • Be sure to remove all the shells and cartilage from the crab meat before using.
  • Use a light touch when mixing the crab cakes together. Overmixing can make them tough.
  • Be careful not to overcook the crab cakes. They should be cooked through but still moist and tender.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as lemon-lime aioli, tartar sauce, or remoulade.

Conclusion:

These spiced crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With their crispy exteriors and tender, flavorful interiors, they're sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Serve them as an appetizer or main course, and be sure to enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce.

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