Best 5 The Best Crab Cakes Low Carb Recipes

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Calling all seafood lovers! Dive into the delightful world of crab cakes, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its succulent texture and burst of flavors. This article presents a collection of delectable low-carb crab cake recipes that cater to health-conscious individuals without compromising on taste.

Embark on a culinary journey with our classic crab cake recipe, featuring fresh crab meat, a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, and a crispy exterior that seals in all the juicy goodness. For those seeking a lighter option, the air fryer crab cakes are a guilt-free indulgence, crispy on the outside yet tender and moist on the inside.

If you're craving a taste of the sea, the seafood crab cakes are a delightful combination of crab, shrimp, and scallops, enveloped in a flavorful breadcrumb coating. Experience a taste of Maryland with the Maryland-style crab cakes, renowned for their jumbo lump crab meat and a secret blend of seasonings that create a symphony of flavors.

This article also offers a unique twist on the traditional crab cake with the crab cake benedict recipe. Imagine tender crab cakes perched atop golden-brown English muffins, smothered in a luscious hollandaise sauce and sprinkled with chives, a perfect start to your day.

For those who prefer a hands-off approach, the oven-baked crab cakes deliver a hassle-free culinary experience. Simply mix, shape, and bake these flavorful crab cakes to perfection, ensuring a juicy and succulent center.

Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary adventure with these low-carb crab cake recipes. Each recipe is carefully curated to provide a symphony of flavors and textures, while catering to your health-conscious lifestyle. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the world of delectable crab cakes!

Let's cook with our recipes!

THE BEST CRAB CAKES



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When we set out to make the "best" crab cakes, opinions in the test kitchen were strong and varied. But we could all agree on plenty of fresh, high-quality crabmeat with very little filler. After some tinkering, we created these decadent cakes-generously sized and highly seasoned-with plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs and spices. The jumbo lump crabmeat is front and center, so splurge on the best and freshest you can find.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds fresh jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
1 1/2 cups panko
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped chives
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus more lemon wedges for serving
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles (about 2 whole pickles)
1 tablespoon capers, chopped
1 tablespoon minced chives
Juice and zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • For the crab cakes: Gently fold together the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, chives, Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper and the juice and zest of one lemon in a large bowl. Refrigerate the crab mixture for 15 minutes to firm up; this allows the breadcrumbs to absorb some of the liquid, helping the crab cakes bind together.
  • Meanwhile, make the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, chives, zest and juice of 1 lemon in a medium bowl and mix until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Scoop heaping half cups of the crab mixture and pat into 2 1/2-inch wide patties. Lightly press them together so they do not fall apart while cooking. You should have 8 patties.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes to the pan and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then flip using a flat metal spatula. Continue to cook until lightly golden, about 1 1/2 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven. Cook until the crab cakes are completely heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve the crab cakes with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

THE BEST CRAB CAKES LOW CARB



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We took a few recipes combined and them. Ee tested these out on friends and were a big hit--and it's low carb.

Provided by brandycliff

Categories     Tilapia

Time 15m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb tilapia fillets or 1 lb white fish fillet
1 lb imitation crabmeat
1 bunch green onion
salt and pepper
lots Old Bay Seasoning
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 eggs
1 (5 ounce) bag pork rinds (we use spicy bbq)

Steps:

  • Microwave or bake the fish until it flakes and flake up the imitation crab.
  • Vhop up the green onions and add to mix with the eggs, mustard, mayo, Old Bay along with salt and pepper (you want this kind of moist to hold the breading).
  • Crush the pork rinds fine, (we like our chopper for this) with some more Old Bay if you'd like.
  • Heat your oil on the stove to about 350°.
  • Make small patties and dip them in your dry mix (if you would like larger patties, I suggest you bake these).
  • Then place them in the hot oil, just enough to cover up the patty half way.
  • Brown each side, splash with lemon and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.3, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 275.6, Sodium 1952.7, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 64

LOW CARB KEY WEST CRAB CAKES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 29m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound blue crabmeat
1 tablespoon small diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon small diced green bell pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon heavy mayonnaise
2 eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Maryland-style crab seasoning (recommended: Old Bay)
2 tablespoons canola oil
Mustard Sauce, recipe follows
1/4 cup heavy mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix all ingredients, except oil and Mustard Sauce until blended. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. With a tablespoon, carefully spoon poker-chip size mini-cakes into the pan. (The batter will be very loose since there are no bread crumbs, but once the egg in the mix starts to cook they will hold together fine.) Cook on 1 side until firm, about 2 minutes, and then flip and cook for about 1 more minute. Cook in batches as necessary. Serve hot with mustard sauce.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

LOW-CARB CRAB CAKES



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Make and share this Low-Carb Crab Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (6 ounce) cans fancy white crab meat, drained
1 egg
1/4 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon parsley flakes, crushed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon baking powder
low-carb ketchup, and
mayonnaise, for sauce

Steps:

  • Pick over the crab meat for pieces of shell, etc.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl.
  • (Except for Ketchup and mayonnaise for sauce.) Form into 4 patties.
  • Pan fry in oil over medium to medium-high heat in large non-stick skillet, Cook approximately 3 minutes on the first side before flipping for the first time.
  • Cook 3 minutes more on other side.
  • Continue cooking until both sides are golden brown.
  • Serve with lowcarb ketchup and mayonnaise that has some old bay seasoning mixed into it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.9, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 199.6, Sodium 2298.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 38.1

BEST EVER CRAB CAKES



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These are the fastest, easiest crab cakes I have ever made and some of the best I have ever eaten! Serve with coarse mustard on the plate or your favorite mustard sauce.

Provided by LINDACHEK

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon minced green onions
8 ounces crabmeat
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, tarragon, and scallions. Gently stir in crabmeat, being careful not to break up meat. Gradually mix in cracker crumbs, adding until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Form crab mixture into 4 patties. Place patties in skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh crab meat: Fresh crab meat is essential for making delicious crab cakes. Look for crab meat that is firm and has a sweet, briny aroma.
  • Use a variety of crab meat: Using a combination of different types of crab meat, such as blue crab, Dungeness crab, and snow crab, will give your crab cakes a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes: Overmixing the crab cakes will make them tough. Gently combine the ingredients until they are just combined.
  • Chill the crab cakes before cooking: Chilling the crab cakes before cooking will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Cook the crab cakes over medium heat: Cooking the crab cakes over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the crab cakes with a variety of dipping sauces: Crab cakes can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade.

Conclusion:

Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich. By following these tips, you can make the best crab cakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you prefer traditional crab cakes or a healthier low-carb version, there is a recipe in this article that is perfect for you. So grab some fresh crab meat and get cooking!

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