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.
SPICED CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON & LIME AïOLI
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
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
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
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)
Provided by Texaschef11
Number Of Ingredients 26
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
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
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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