In the heart of the Caribbean lies the beautiful British Virgin Islands, known for its crystal clear waters, lush green hillsides, and delectable cuisine. One of the region's culinary treasures is the irresistible crab cake with shrimp sauce, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect balance of flavors and textures. This article will take you on a journey through the culinary traditions of the British Virgin Islands, revealing the secrets behind creating the perfect crab cake with shrimp sauce. From selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of combining spices and herbs, this guide will provide you with all the knowledge and inspiration you need to create an unforgettable dish that will transport you to the shores of this tropical paradise.
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CRAB CAKES WITH SHRIMP SAUCE (BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS)
This recipe was featured on week 37 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every nation on Earth, and the British Virgin Islands is my 37th stop. Unless otherwise noted, my Travel by Stove recipes are taken from authentic or traditional sources, and this recipe has been posted without any alternations or additions to the ingredients. This recipe originally appeared in The Sugar Mill Caribbean Cookbook.
Provided by GiddyUpGo
Categories Crab
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Finely mince the shrimp and set aside, reserving the.
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat, then saute the shrimp shells with the garlic and shallots.
- When the shells turn pink, add the paprika and the sherry. Continue to cook until the sherry has reduced by half (this won't take very long).
- Strain the mixture, and return the liquid to the pan. Add the diced shrimp and the heavy cream. Keep cooking until the sauce thickens (it should coat the back of your spoon). Season with salt and pepper and keep warm.
- Put the breadcrumbs and crab meat into a medium sized bowl and set aside. With your mixer, beat the egg whites until you get stiff peaks, then fold into the crab mixture.
- Gently add the peppers, yolks, Caribbean seasoning, Worcestershire and Tabasco sauces.
- Form the crab mixture into small cakes (you should get six to eight from this recipe) and dust with flour.
- Fry in the remaining 1 tbsp butter. When they are golden brown, flip and continue to fry until the other side is also golden brown.
- To serve, pour the shrimp sauce over.
COMPANY SHRIMP-AND-CRAB CAKES
The addition of shrimp gives crab cakes a new flavor. Using panko instead of flour makes the prep easier, plus the cakes stay together without tasting doughy. I love these crab cakes served with mango salsa! -Regina Reynolds, Struthers, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Fold in crab and shrimp. Shape into 12 patties; coat with panko bread crumbs., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook crab cakes in oil in batches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients. Serve with crab cakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CRAB CAKES
Mace, nutmeg's peppery sister, is what makes the difference in these crab cakes. The recipe, adapted from "Gullah Geechee Home Cooking: Recipes From the Matriarch of Edisto Island," comes from Emily Meggett, one of the most well-respected cooks in the Gullah Geechee community, whose food traditions are built largely on the crabs, shrimp and fish they pull from the water near their homes along the southeastern shoreline. She has made thousands of these using freshly cooked blue crabs, but meat that has already been picked and processed works as well. Be sparing with the bread crumbs, which should just hold the mixture together, then add more if the cakes are falling apart. Make sure the pan is very hot, then reduce the heat the minute they hit the oil. Keep a close eye while they brown. These are lovely bites to start a meal, or can star as supper, alongside rice and fresh vegetables. Ms. Meggett serves them with what she calls pink sauce, which is similar to this sauce, with the addition of grated onion and lemon.
Provided by Kim Severson
Categories dinner, seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield About 12 large crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the broiler to 500 degrees (or its highest setting). On your oven's highest rack, broil all the bread slices on a baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden and crisp but not burned. Flip all the slices over and broil for another 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the broiler off and allow the bread to crisp in the oven until totally dry, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let cool. Using a box grater or rolling pin, coarsely grate and crush the bread slices into bread crumbs (or, pulse them in a food processor). The crumbs should look and feel like sand; you should get about 4 cups. Set the bread crumbs aside.
- In a large cast-iron skillet, melt the butter over high heat. Once the butter is melted, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the butter and onion into a large bowl. Whisk the flour into the melted butter and onion, then slowly whisk in the milk to make a creamy sauce. Once the sauce is smooth, whisk in the eggs, lemon juice, vinegar and mace.
- Add the crab meat to the cream sauce and mix lightly with a fork; don't break up the pieces of crab meat. Gently fold in just enough of the bread crumbs so that the mixture holds together (about 2 1/2 cups). Divide the crab mixture into 12 equal portions, setting them on a baking sheet as you go. They should be thick rounds - about the size of the palm of your hand, and roughly 1 1/2 inches thick.
- Using your hand, take a scoop of the toasted bread crumbs and coat each crab cake.
- Wipe out the skillet and heat the oil over high. Once the oil is hot, place a few of the crab cakes in the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Place the cooked crab cakes on a paper towel to drain. Working in batches, cook the remaining crab cakes, adding more oil as needed.
- Serve crab cakes immediately, or set aside in a warm oven (see Tip) while you cook the remaining crab cakes.
LINDA'S CRAB AND SHRIMP CAKES
Flavorful seafood cakes made with crab and shrimp. Serve with a lemon-dill aioli.
Provided by Linda F. Bergfeld
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine bread crumbs, mayonnaise, eggs, mustard, capers and brine, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dill, Creole seasoning, garlic, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl; mix until well combined.
- Combine crabmeat and shrimp in a small bowl. Fold into the mayonnaise mixture until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the refrigerator and form into 12 patties.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seafood patties in batches in the hot oil, until browned, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 153.7 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1241.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Be gentle when mixing the crab cakes so that they do not become tough.
- Chill the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes before frying to help them hold their shape.
- Fry the crab cakes in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as shrimp sauce, tartar sauce, or remoulade.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes with shrimp sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that will impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a new seafood dish to try, give crab cakes with shrimp sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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