Crab cakes are a delightful seafood dish that offers a combination of delicate crab meat, crispy coating, and flavorful seasonings. The addition of basil aïoli takes this dish to the next level, creating a rich and aromatic sauce that complements the sweetness of the crab. This article will guide you through the process of making the perfect crab cakes with basil aïoli, ensuring a delicious and satisfying meal that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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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.
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES WITH BASIL AIOLI
Delicous Crab Cakes served with a garic dipping sauce. Can be made mild or hot and spicy. Can be used as a seafood appetizer or a main course. Recipe courtesy Chef Rita Carmody (formerly of the Red Lion Hotel)
Provided by Steve P.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix crabmeat, onion, crushed crackers, eggs, mayonnaise and seasonings.
- Gently mix everything together and shape into crab cakes.
- Saute cakes in a little oil for about five minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- To prepare aioli, place egg yolks, garlic and basil in a blender.
- Start the blender and slowly add oil.
- When thoroughly mixed and creamy, add salt and lemon juice and if you want it hot and spicy the option red pepper or cayenne.
- Serve the aioli on the side as a dipping sauce.
CRAB CAKES WITH BASIL AIOLI
Steps:
- FOR THE CRAB CAKES: Combine crab meat, red peppers, basil aioli and lemon peel in a large bowl. Mix in half of the bread crumbs and season to taste with salt andamp; pepper. Mix in yolks (mixture will be soft). Form crab cakes into two cakes per serving using a generous ¼ cupful for each. Coat cakes on both sides with flour and shake off the excess. Brush both sides with the egg whites and coat with the remaining bread crumbs. Cover and chill for at least two hours (up to six hours). Melt butter in a heavy skillet and working batches cook cakes until golden brown and heated through (about four minutes per side). Place two cakes on each plate and serve with the remaining basil aioli. FOR THE BASIL AIOLI: Mix all ingredients in a medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors the develop. This is also a good sauce for grilled or saut?ed fish. You can substitute fresh cilantro, parsley or chives for the basil.
Nutrition Facts :
SIMPLY THE BEST CRAB CAKES WITH BASIL AIOLI
Categories Shellfish Sauté Cocktail Party Easter Quick & Easy Wedding
Yield 3 entree servigs
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- FOR BASIL AIOLI: Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.) FOR CRAB CAKES: Combine crabmeat, and 2 tablespoons Basil Aioli in large bowl. Mix in breadcrumbs. Mix in egg (mixture will be soft). Form crab mixture into desired size 3/4-inch-thick cakes. May be covered and chilled up to 6 hours before continuing. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook cakes until golden brown and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Serve with remaining Basil Aioli.
CRAB CAKES
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories appetizer
Time 1h5m
Yield 26 mini crab cakes; 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Place the 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons oil, onion, celery, red and yellow bell peppers, parsley, capers, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, crab boil seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large saute pan over medium-low heat and cook until the vegetables are soft, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, break the lump crabmeat into small pieces and toss with the bread crumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, and eggs. Add the cooked mixture and mix well. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Shape into bite-sized crab cakes.
- Heat the butter and olive oil for frying over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add the crab cakes and fry for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until browned. Drain on paper towels; keep them warm in a 250 degree oven and serve hot.
CRAB CAKES WITH BASIL AIOLI
Steps:
- 1. FOR THE BASIL AIOLI: Mayonnaise, garlic, basil leaves, and lime juice. Wisk all ingredients in a medium bowl.
- 2. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 3. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors the develop.
- 4. FOR THE CRAB CAKES: Combine crab meat, red peppers, basil aioli and lemon peel in a large bowl.
- 5. Mix in half of the bread crumbs and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 6. Mix in yolks (mixture will be soft).
- 7. Form crab cakes into two cakes per serving using a generous 1/4 cupful for each.
- 8. Coat cakes on both sides with flour and shake off the excess.
- 9. Brush both sides with the egg whites and coat with the remaining bread crumbs.
- 10. Cover and chill for at least two hours (up to six hours).
- 11. Melt butter in a heavy skillet and working batches cook cakes until golden brown and heated through (about four minutes per side).
- 12. Place two cakes on each plate and serve with the remaining basil aioli.
ALMOND FLOUR CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON AIOLI
Provided by Catherine Saint Louis
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 12 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Make the crab cakes: Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, egg, egg yolk and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl. Mix in 2 cups of almond meal, scallions and herbs until thoroughly combined. Gently fold in crab. Season with salt and white pepper, cover with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the aioli: Combine egg yolks, mustard, garlic and lemon zest and juice in a blender or food processor and purée until smooth. With machine running, slowly drizzle in the grapeseed oil a few drops at a time until the mixture begins to thicken. Gradually increase the oil to a thin, steady stream, blending to a uniform creamy consistency. If aioli breaks, drizzle in a little lukewarm water a few drops at a time until consistency is reached again. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Will keep 2 days or more in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Mix remaining 2/3 cup almond meal and cornmeal in a pie plate and season lightly with salt and pepper. Divide crab mixture into 12 equal portions and form into 2-inch patties. Coat in almond-cornmeal mixture.
- Heat 1/4 cup canola or grapeseed oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is hot but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Cook crab cakes in batches, 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crisp, wiping out the skillet and adding fresh oil between the batches. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined tray. Crab cakes can be kept warm in a 200-degree oven for up to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 383, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 295 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- For the best crab cakes, use fresh crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, you can use frozen crab meat that has been thawed in the refrigerator.
- Be sure to remove all of the shells and cartilage from the crab meat before you mix it with the other ingredients.
- Use a light touch when mixing the crab cakes. Over-mixing will make the crab cakes tough.
- Form the crab cakes into 1-inch balls and then flatten them into patties.
- Pan-fry the crab cakes in a little bit of oil until they are golden brown on both sides.
- Serve the crab cakes with the basil aioli sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. They can be served as an appetizer, main course, or sandwich. The basil aioli sauce is a perfect complement to the crab cakes and adds a delicious burst of flavor. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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