Best 6 Sweet Potato Crab Cakes Recipes

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**Savor the Delights of Sweet Potato Crab Cakes: A Culinary Journey of Flavors and Textures**

Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable Sweet Potato Crab Cakes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to a culinary paradise. These crab cakes are not just ordinary; they are an exquisite fusion of sweet potatoes, succulent crab meat, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Served with a vibrant array of dipping sauces, these Sweet Potato Crab Cakes will steal the show at any gathering.

In this article, we present a collection of Sweet Potato Crab Cake recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary adventure, we have recipes that will guide you through the process of creating these delightful crab cakes. From classic recipes that stay true to tradition to innovative variations that add a modern twist, there's a recipe here for every palate.

Our recipes include gluten-free and dairy-free options, ensuring that everyone can indulge in the goodness of Sweet Potato Crab Cakes. We also provide detailed instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos to make your cooking experience enjoyable and successful. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey and savor the delectable flavors of Sweet Potato Crab Cakes, a dish that promises to leave a lasting impression.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO CRAB CAKES



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Mild sweet potato flavor and a chipotle kick complement the fresh crab in these hearty cakes. Serve them with your favorite mayo or aioli sauce. -Robert Bosley, Pacific, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg plus 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup mashed sweet potato
1 green onion (white part only), chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend
4 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, egg yolk, pepper, bread crumbs, cornmeal, sweet potato, onion, parsley, lemon juice, mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, mustard and seasoning blend. Fold in crab. Form into 12 patties; sprinkle with salt., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook crab cakes in oil in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

POTATO-CRAB CAKES WITH LIME BUTTER



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Very special, easy and absolutely delectable, these golden brown patties boast a citrusy lime butter topping-and loads of flavor. Emory Doty - Jasper, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen (1/2 cup butter).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh crabmeat
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Oil for deep-fat frying
LIME BUTTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, egg, 1 tablespoon bread crumbs, onion, parsley, lime juice, salt and pepper. Gently stir in the crab. Shape into 12 patties., In a shallow bowl, combine flour and remaining bread crumbs. Coat patties with crumb mixture., In an electric skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°., Fry crab cakes, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Combine the butter, lime juice and zest. Serve with crab cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SWEET POTATO AND CRAB SOUP



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This sweet and savory soup is quick and easy to prepare. You can substitute butternut squash or pumpkin for the sweet potatoes, depending on what you have on hand. -Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 medium leeks (white portion only), finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 cups vegetable stock
2 cups heavy whipping cream
4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained
Croutons, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat; saute leeks and garlic until leeks are tender, 4-6 minutes., Stir in sweet potatoes, 3/4 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, cayenne and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan. Stir in cream and 2 teaspoons thyme; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Add crab and the remaining salt and thyme; cook 5 minutes, stirring gently to combine. Top servings with crab mixture and, if desired, croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 28g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

GALLETTE OF SWEET POTATO-CRUSTED TOBAGO CRAB CAKE



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In Trinidad and Tobago, crabs are traditionally cooked whole and the meat picked out. This sophisticated dish combines American-style crab cakes with the island flavor of callaloo, a green stew that's the national dish of Trinidad. Here, the stew becomes a sauce, creating an elegant starter or light lunch.

Provided by Khalid Mohammed

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Mustard     Onion     Appetizer     Sauté     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Crab     Celery     Bell Pepper     Pumpkin     Sweet Potato/Yam     Pescatarian     Dairy Free

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 34

To form crab cakes
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 red bell peppers, finely diced
2 yellow bell peppers, finely diced
2 green bell peppers, finely diced
4 scallions (green and white parts), chopped
4 stalks celery, finely diced
4 fresh pimiento peppers, seeded and finely diced (see Tips, below)
1 1/2 pounds jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grainy mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
2 cups Wondra quick-dissolving flour or all-purpose flour (See Tips, below)
4 eggs
3 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) or fresh breadcrumbs
8 egg whites
4 starchy yellow sweet potatoes (not orange), peeled and coarsely grated
For callaloo
2 cups canned unsweetened coconut milk
1 bunch callaloo leaves, fresh or frozen and defrosted, roughly chopped (see Tips, below)
6 large pods okra, fresh or frozen
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh pumpkin, diced
2 whole scallions, chopped
2 fresh pimiento peppers, seeded and chopped
1 Scotch bonnet chile, whole
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 fresh thyme sprigs
To cook crab cakes
1/2 cup olive oil, divided into 4 (2-tablespoon) portions
To assemble dish
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Form crab cakes
  • In large sauté pan over low heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add red, yellow, and green peppers; scallions; celery; and pimientos. Sauté until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and let cool.
  • Add crabmeat, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper to vegetables and stir to combine. Form mixture into 16 patties.
  • Place Wondra in large bowl. In second large bowl, whisk together eggs and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. In third large bowl, place panko. In fourth large bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. In fifth large bowl, place grated sweet potatoes.
  • Carefully dip 1 patty in Wondra and dust off excess. Then, dip in beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, and then in panko. Next, dip in egg whites, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, dip in shredded sweet potatoes, gently pressing potato to patty. Transfer patty to large baking sheet and repeat with remaining patties, filling 2 baking sheets. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Make callaloo
  • In medium saucepan, combine coconut milk, callaloo leaves, okra, onion, pumpkin, scallions, pimientos, Scotch bonnet, garlic, and thyme. Bring to boil, lower heat, and simmer 1 hour.
  • Cook crab cakes
  • In large skillet over moderately low heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add 4 crab cakes and fry until potatoes are golden and crispy, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Drain crab cakes on paper towels and keep warm. Add 2 more tablespoons oil to pan and cook 4 more cakes. Repeat with remaining cakes, cooking in batches of 4 and adding 2 tablespoons oil before each batch. Keep warm in oven.
  • Assemble dish
  • Remove thyme sprigs and Scotch bonnet from callaloo and discard. Pour mixture into blender and purée until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among 8 soup plates, and top each with 2 crab cakes.

KILLER CRAB CAKES AND BITTER SALAD WITH SWEET RED PEPPER DRESSING



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 starchy potato, peeled and thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic
Coarse salt
Handful fresh flat-lead parsley
Couple sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 (6-ounce) tubs fresh lump crabmeat, available at fresh seafood counter
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 roasted red peppers
1 small shallot, chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Black pepper
1 small escarole, chopped
1 small head radicchio, chopped
1 endive, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water 6 to 7 minutes until tender, drain, scatter across a large flat surface to cool and dry, 5 minutes. Smash the garlic with salt to make a paste and add to potatoes along with thyme, parsley, lemon zest and crushed red pepper flakes. Feel through the crab as you add it to the potatoes to check for shells. Mix together to combine and form into 4 (4 to 5-inch) super sized, killer crab cakes.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium to medium- high heat. Add the cakes and cook 5 minutes on each side or until deep golden brown.
  • Combine the roasted red peppers, shallot, sugar, the juice of 1/2 lemon and the red wine vinegar in a food processor. Stream in the remaining 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil and form a dressing. Stop the processor and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Combine the greens in a salad bowl and dress them. Adjust salt and pepper, to your taste. Serve crab cakes on a bed of salad.

KILLER CRAB AND POTATO CAKES



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Make and share this Killer Crab and Potato Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Crab

Time 38m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large idaho potato, peeled and cubed
2 garlic cloves, chopped
coarse salt
2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed and finely chopped
1 lemon, zest of
1 lemon, cut into wedges
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (6 ounce) containers fresh lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs (made from Italian bread)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water for 6-7 minutes, until tender; drain, then scatter potatoes across a large, flat surface to cool and dry for 5 minutes; then transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Make a paste with the garlic and salt; add it to the potatoes along with the parsley, thyme, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
  • Add crab and Old Bay seasoning to potatoes; combine the mixture gently.
  • Form 4 super-size 4-5 inch killer crab cakes.
  • Place the bread crumbs on a plate; coat the crab cakes on both sides with crumbs to set them.
  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium to med-high heat; add the cakes and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until deeply golden; serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your crab cakes.
  • Be gentle when mixing the crab cakes: Overmixing can make them tough.
  • Use a light touch when frying the crab cakes: This will help prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce: Remoulade, tartar sauce, or cocktail sauce are all good options.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. With their sweet and savory flavor, these crab cakes are sure to please everyone at the table.

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