Crab cakes are a delectable seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are typically made with fresh crab meat, bread crumbs, eggs, and seasonings, and are then pan-fried or baked. Crab cakes are often served with a variety of sauces, including tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade. In this article, we will explore a delicious recipe for crab cakes with tomato cream sauce. This sauce is a creamy and flavorful accompaniment to the crab cakes, and it is sure to please even the most discerning palate. We will provide step-by-step instructions on how to make this dish, as well as tips for ensuring that the crab cakes are cooked to perfection. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started on this culinary journey!
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CRABMEAT CAKES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare the crab cakes: Pulse the bread in a food processor to make coarse crumbs; spread out the crumbs on a sheet pan. In a large bowl, mix the crab, mayonnaise, egg yolk, celery and pickles. Form into 8 oval-shaped cakes. Dredge each crab cake in the breadcrumbs, coating them all over; place on a plate and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Stir in the flour, curry powder and paprika; cook until the flour and spices lose their raw smell, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth and milk. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 minutes. Stir in the mustard and mustard seeds; simmer to develop the flavors, about 5 more minutes. Whisk in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter; add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.
- Fry the crab cakes: Melt the 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Add the crab cakes; cook until browned on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook until evenly browned on all sides. Serve with the mustard sauce.
BEST EVER CRAB CAKES
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
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
CRAB CAKES WITH TOMATO SALSA
Categories Cocktail Party New Year's Eve Basil Crab Bell Pepper Pan-Fry Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix first 9 ingredients in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in 1/4 cup breadcrumbs and egg. Shape crab mixture into eight 2 1/2-inch-diameter patties, using scant 1/2 cup mixture for each. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)
- Place 3 cups breadcrumbs in shallow dish. Coat crab cakes in breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere. Melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 crab cakes and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining butter, oil and crab cakes. Divide among 4 plates. Serve with salsa.
CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE SAUCE
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute the onions until translucent and tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the seafood seasoning and garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, salt, pepper, bread, egg, lemon zest and sauteed onions. Scoop the crab mixture using a 1/3-cup measure and form cakes (they may be slightly loose; see Cook's Note). Transfer to a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the crab cakes in batches, adding more oil if needed, until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Serve atop salad greens with a drizzle of Remoulade Sauce.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, capers, relish, mustard and lemon juice in a medium bowl until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
CRAB CAKES WITH TOMATO CREAM SAUCE
Categories Milk/Cream Blender Shellfish Tomato Appetizer Fry Dinner Lunch Seafood Crab Pan-Fry Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 appetizer or 2 main-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring clam juice, cream, tomatoes, carrot, brandy, jalapeño chili, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika to boil in heavy large saucepan. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until sauce is reduced to 2 cups, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Puree sauce in blender until smooth. Return to saucepan; add pinch of cayenne pepper. Season sauce to taste with salt. (Sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Combine crabmeat, 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, remaining 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne in large bowl, mixing until well blended. Form eight 1/2-inch-thick crab cakes, using scant 1/2 cup mixture for each. Coat crab cakes with remaining 1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Arrange in single layer on baking sheet. Cover and chill.)
- Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 crab cakes to skillet and fry until golden and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to paper-towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining crab cakes.
- Meanwhile, bring sauce to simmer. Divide sauce among plates; top with crab cakes. Garnish each with lemon wedges.
CRAB CAKES WITH CHARDONNAY CREAM SAUCE
The secret to the crisp coating in this recipe? Crushed potato chips! This recipe is from Bon Appetit and is my favorite crab cake recipe.
Provided by Cream Puff
Categories Crab
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 crab cakes, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Boil wine and leeks (or green onions) in heavy, medium saucepan until mixture is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 10 minutes). Reduce heat and add cream; simmer until liquid is reduced to sauce consistency (about 10 minutes). Season to taste with salt & pepper. Set aside and keep warm.
- In large bowl, mix crabmeat, 1/2 cup crushed potato chips, bread crumbs and next 7 ingredients until well blended. Using 1/4 cupful of crabmeat for each cake, form mixture into 16 (2-1/2 inch diameter) cakes. Place remaining potato chips in shallow dish. Press each cake into chips, turning to coat evenly.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add crab cakes to skillet and cook until golden brown and heated through, adding more oil as necessary, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer crab cakes to paper towel lined plate to drain.
- How to plate: Place 2 crab cakes on each plate; spoon sauce around crab cakes and then serve immediately.
- NOTE: You can prepare the crab mixture and form the crab cakes, and make the sauce, 6 hours ahead. Cover sauce and crab cakes separately and refrigerate. Re-warm sauce and fry crab cakes just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.2, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 123, Sodium 1590, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 24.7
CRAB CAKES WITH LIME SAUCE
Reel in a breezy taste of the seashore with these delectable, crispy-coated crab cakes. The refreshing, lip-smacking lime sauce adds a delightful summery tang to this old-fashioned favorite. -Marjie Gaspar, Oxford, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the crab, onion, mustard, dressing mix, 1 cup cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Shape into six patties; coat with remaining cracker crumbs. , In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook crab cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. , For lime sauce, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream, lime zest, and remaining mayonnaise and lime juice until blended. Serve with crab cakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1039 calories, Fat 92g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
CRAB CAKES WITH LEMON BUTTER AND PLUM TOMATO SALSA
Straight forward, savory first course with elegant results. Easy and tasty. Works well as a first course served with Vevue Clicquot Champagne. From Bon Appetit January 2004.
Provided by College Girl
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 16 crab cakes, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For Salsa:.
- Mix all ingredients in bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.).
- For Crab Cakes: Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic; saute until tender about 3 minutes.
- Mix Worcestershire sauce , cayenne, and then breadcrumbs.
- Saute 2 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat. Mix in crabmeat and green onions.
- Season with salt and pepper; mix in eggs.
- Using about 1/3 cup for each, shape mixture into 16 3/4" crab cakes.
- Arrange on baking sheet.
- Lemon Butter: Mix first 4 ingredients in medium skillet.
- Boil over medium heat until reduced to glaze, about 2 minutes.
- Discard bay leaf.
- Add 1 cup butter, 1 piece at a time, whisking until melted before adding next piece (occasionally remove from heat to prevent boiling).
- Whisk in cream; season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.).
- Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil in each of 2 heavy large skilets over medium heat.
- Add half of crab cakes to each skillet.
- Saute until cooked through and golden, about 5 minutes per side.
- Rewarm lemon butter over low heat, whisking often (do not boil). Divide among 8 plates. Arrange 2 crab ccakes on each plate. Top with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.4, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 166.2, Sodium 1005, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 4, Protein 20.3
CRAB CAKES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Make and share this Crab Cakes With Mustard Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Crab
Time 30m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, carrot, lime juice, green onions, potato, cilantro, soy sauce and bread crumbs.
- Form into patties about 3 inches in diameter.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook half the patties until they're golden brown on one side, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove them to a baking sheet.
- Cook the remaining patties and add them to the baking sheet.
- Bake the crab cakes until they're heated through, about 3 minutes.
- Serve with Mustard Sauce.
- Can be served with vegetables and potatoes as an entree or on a small bed of mango and papaya as an appetizer.
- For the Mustard Sauce:
- Cook the garlic and shallots in the butter over medium heat until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the wine and clam juice and continue cooking until the liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
- Add the cream and continue to cook until the sauce is again reduced by half, 10 minutes.
- Add the Dijon mustard and lemon juice.
- Cook for 1 minute and strain.
- Stir in the whole-grain mustard and serve.
- Makes about 3/4 cup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 115.5, Sodium 1343.2, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 21.4
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES WITH CAPER SAUCE
Make and share this Maryland Crab Cakes With Caper Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SkinnyMinnie
Categories Crab
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- SAUCE:.
- Combine all of the caper sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Whisk together to combine and chill until crab cakes are ready.
- CRAB CAKES:.
- Drain the crab meat and remove any bits of shell.
- Combine the crushed crackers, mayonnaise, egg, parsley, Old Bay, mustard, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Gently fold in the crab meat.
- Shape into 8 thin patties.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the crab cakes and cook in batches 4-5 min on each side or until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and repeat with remaining crab cakes.
- Serve with caper sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 574, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 177.1, Sodium 1411.8, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 6.1, Protein 28.8
CRAB CAKES WITH CILANTRO-SOUR CREAM SAUCE
This crab cakes recipe can be used to make a hearty dinner or bite-sized hors d'oeuvres!
Provided by MMZEHER
Categories Crab Cakes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Put eggs, lemon juice, mayonnaise, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a mixing bowl and mix well. Gently fold in crabmeat and 1/2 of the bread crumbs.
- Form crabmeat mixture into 8 patties. Coat both sides in remaining bread crumbs. Place patties on waxed paper and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Prepare the sauce: Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, bell pepper, garlic, lemon juice, cilantro, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Heat 1/2 of the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully add patties to hot oil in batches. Fry until golden, about 30 seconds on each side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining patties, adding remaining oil as needed.
- Transfer patties to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a patty should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Serve patties with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 835.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 167.2 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1010.6 mg, Sugar 6 g
EASY FRIED CRAB CAKES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Very easy to prepare. These fried crab cakes make a good summer meal with coleslaw, fresh corn-on-the-cob, and fresh pineapple pieces for dessert. Delicious with mustard sauce or cocktail sauce.
Provided by LouHoo in VA
Categories Crab Cakes
Time 1h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Stir bread crumbs, mayonnaise, beaten egg, onion, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, seafood seasoning, dry mustard, seasoned pepper, and hot sauce in a medium bowl until well combined. Gently fold in crabmeat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce together in a small bowl.
- Shape crabmeat mixture into 5 to 6 small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
- Serve patties with mustard sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 210.6 mg, Fat 48.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1433.7 mg
CRAB CAKES WITH CREAMY CHILI SAUCE
These are sooo good! I made these for a dinner party this past weekend and couldn't believe how easy they were to make! I made crab cakes before and they usually fall apart...these stay together really well and they taste better than any restaurant's! Recipe is from Hotel Hana-Maui in Maui, Hawaii.
Provided by Grace Lynn
Categories Crab
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For Sauce: Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat.
- Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add chili garlic sauce and stir 1 minute.
- Add cream, sake and lime juice.
- Simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 7 minutes.
- For Crab Cakes: Mix first 4 ingredients in medium bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk egg and 2 tablespoons water in small bowl.
- Stir 2 tablespoons egg mixture into crab mixture (mixture will be dry).
- Discard remaining egg mixture.
- Form crab mixture into four 2 1/2- to 3-inch round patties, using about 1/2 cupful for each.
- Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add crab cakes and saute until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to plates.
- Drizzle sauce over and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.5, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 127.1, Sodium 314.9, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 14
CRAB CAKES WITH REMOULADE SAUCE
The best crab cakes are freshly made and cooked in your skillet just until crunchy on the outside. The remoulade sauce is inspired by New Orleans cooking, and you can adjust the spice levels with more or less horseradish and Louisiana-style hot sauce. Crisp French fries make a great side, but you can go lighter with marinated green bean salad.
Provided by Ball Park Buns
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ball Park Buns
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- To make sauce, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk well. Cover and hold in refrigerator.
- To make crab cakes, combine mayonnaise, egg, red onion and parsley in a large bowl, stirring well with a fork.
- Add crab, 1 cup bread crumbs, seafood seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika and cayenne. Stir until combined; the mixture will be fairly loose and wet.
- Shape mixture into 8 patties of equal size. Coat each patty in remaining bread crumbs to make a crust.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and cook patties for about 8 minutes, turning just once about halfway through cooking, just until uniformly golden brown.
- Meanwhile, brush hamburger buns with melted butter and toast at 400 degrees F just until they begin to brown at edges.
- To serve, place patty on each bun, top with remoulade sauce and desired trimmings. Serve with extra sauce and lemon wedges on the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.7 g, Cholesterol 99.9 mg, Fat 41.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1440.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the Right Crab Meat: Opt for fresh or frozen lump crab meat for a succulent texture and authentic crab flavor.
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Maintain the freshness of your ingredients by keeping them chilled until ready to use. This helps preserve the delicate flavors and textures.
- Gently Mix the Crab Cakes: Handle the crab cake mixture with care to avoid breaking the delicate crab meat. Use a light touch when mixing to maintain the integrity of the cakes.
- Properly Season the Crab Cakes: Ensure your crab cakes are well-seasoned with a balanced blend of herbs, spices, and seasonings. This enhances the natural flavors of the crab meat.
- Cook Crab Cakes Over Medium Heat: Maintain a medium heat when cooking the crab cakes to prevent burning and ensure even cooking throughout.
- Serve Crab Cakes Immediately: Enjoy your crab cakes while they are hot and fresh. This allows you to savor the best texture and flavors of the dish.
Conclusion:
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with these delectable crab cakes accompanied by a creamy tomato sauce. The combination of succulent crab meat, aromatic herbs, and a rich tomato sauce creates a harmonious symphony of flavors. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or enjoying a casual meal, these crab cakes with tomato cream sauce are sure to impress your taste buds. Experiment with different variations, such as adding a touch of Old Bay seasoning or incorporating additional vegetables into the crab cake mixture, to create your own personalized version of this classic dish.
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