Crab cakes, a delectable dish made from succulent crab meat, are a true culinary delight. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or simply seeking a new and exciting recipe, crab cakes offer a unique and flavorful experience that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative modern interpretations, the world of crab cakes is as diverse as it is delicious. In this article, we will embark on a journey to discover the best crab cake recipes, exploring different cooking techniques, ingredient variations, and serving suggestions. Get ready to indulge in the exquisite taste of crab, as we delve into the art of creating the perfect crab cake.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Getting the most out of crab cakes often means putting the least into them. Since crab has the best texture and subtlest flavor of all crustaceans, the best crab cakes are those that showcase the crab, not another ingredient. The loose mix is best chilled before shaping, but it is essential to chill it again for a half-hour or so (longer is better) before cooking. When cold, the cakes will hold together, and once the egg, the binding agent, does its work, they will retain their shape until attacked with a fork.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories seafood, appetizer, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons flour. Cover mixture, and put in freezer for 5 minutes. Shape mixture into 4 hamburger-shaped patties. Line plate with plastic wrap, and put crab cakes on it. Cover crab cakes with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes (or as long as 1 day), or freeze for 15 minutes.
- Put flour for dredging in a bowl. Combine oil and butter in 12-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium. When butter melts and its foam subsides, gently dredge a crab cake in the flour. Gently tap off excess flour, and add crab cake to pan; repeat with remaining crab cakes, and then turn heat to medium-high.
- Cook, rotating cakes in pan as necessary to brown the first side, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn, and brown the other side (it will take slightly less time). Serve cakes hot, with lemon wedges.
CRABBY CAKES
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 10 (3-ounce) cakes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Set bread crumbs aside; combine remaining ingredients together until mixed well. Form mixture into 3-ounce cakes. Roll each cake in bread crumbs. Place cakes in freezer for 1 hour, to set up. Saute on medium heat until each cake is golden brown and heated through. Serve with special sauce.
- In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use.
CRABBY CRUSTED CHICKPEA CAKES
Crab salad tops a garbanzo bean-based patty with an oatmeal crust, all stacked on top of shredded lettuce.
Provided by hmacmil2
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Beans and Peas
Time 51m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Blend chickpeas together in a food processor or blender until they turn into a paste; transfer to a bowl. Mix onion, 1/4 cup parsley, eggs, salt, black pepper, and thyme into chickpeas paste. Add 1/2 of the oats and 1/2 of the bread crumbs.
- Spread the remaining oats and bread crumbs onto a plate.
- Form chickpea mixture into patties; press into oat-bread crumb mixture into completely coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add patties and cook until patties are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Mix crab meat, mayonnaise, celery seed, sugar, and paprika together in a bowl until crab salad is well mixed.
- Place a bed of lettuce on a serving plate; top with chickpea patties. Spoon crab salad on top of each patty.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 623.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Here is a recipe I saved from Sundays food section, that I thought sounded good, that I'd like to share.
Provided by rwwest
Categories Crab
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper and 2 Tablespoons flour.
- Cover; and put in freezer for 5 minutes.
- Shape mixture into 4 hamburger-shaped patties.
- Line plate with plastic wrap, and put crab cakes on it. Cover with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes (or as long as 1 day), or freeze for 15 minutes.
- Put flour for dredging in a bowl.
- Combine oil and butter in 12-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium.
- When butter melts and its foam subsides, gently dredge a crab cake in flour.
- Gently tap off excess flour; and add crab cake to pan; repeat with remaining crab cakes, and then turn heat to medium-high.
- Cook, rotating cakes in pan as necessary to brown first side, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Turn and brown other side (it will take slightly less time). Serve hot, with lemon wedges.
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
I love any thing sea food & easy. This is a easy & fun foodto make. Good on it own or in a meal. I love it & sodoes my family.
Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Combine the first 10 ingredients in a large bowl & mix well. Then refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
- 2. Form into balls size using a 1/3 cup measure to size.
- 3. Gently roll the balls in the panko & refrigerate at least 30 mins.
- 4. Heat oil in a heavy frying pan over low to medium heat. Carefully pan fry over medium heat for about 2-3 mins per side.
- 5. Serve warm with a lemon slice & your favorite sacue.
FAKE CRAB CRABBY CAKES
I love these crab cakes, and I have always used the fake crab in them. Fake crab is actually made from real fish, only it has been shaped and seasoned to resemble crabmeat. I originally saw these prepared on an episode of Calling All Cooks on Food Network, however when I tried the recipe from their site, there were many errors. This is the version I came up with after watching the episode several times and my own personal tests in my kitchen. The amount of oil I used to brown the cakes before baking was minimal - like 1 teaspoonful. These were delicious!
Provided by HeatherFeather
Categories Crab
Time 40m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine crabcake ingredients (except oil) in a large bowl,adding bread crumbs last to bind.
- Roll mixture into 3 oz cakes and then roll in some extra bread crumbs to coat.
- Place in freezer for 1 hour.
- Saute in just a bit of oil in a hot nonstick skillet until each cake is golden brown on both sides(1 minute per side), then bake in preheated 350 F oven for 5 minutes.
- Sauce: Mix together in a small bowl and chill well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.4, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 39.4, Sodium 751.6, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 1, Sugar 7.1, Protein 8.5
CRABBY CHEESE CAKES
We made some Crab Rangoon for Christmas Eve appetizers and had some left over filling. This was born as a quick lunch. My husband loved it. I wrote the recipe as if I was starting fresh and not with leftover filling.
Provided by DbKnadler
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix the drained crab and cream cheese until well blended.
- Fork Split the english muffins and top each with a generous spread of crab mixture.
- Place 6-8 inches under the broiler and broil 3-5 minutes. Watch them closely to avoid burning.
- When starting to bubble and turn golden brown, remove them and top with cheddar cheese. Let sit a couple mins to allow cheddar to melt.
- Tips: You can add the cheddar cheese before broiling if you wish. Also you can pop them in the freezer before broiling for a great make ahead meal. These can be turned into great appetizers themselves by cutting each muffin half into forths before broiling.
- Enjoy!
CRABBY CRAB CAKES
Steps:
- 1. Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons flour. Cover mixture, and put in freezer for 5 minutes. Shape mixture into 4 hamburger-shaped patties. Line plate with plastic wrap, and put crab cakes on it. Cover crab cakes with more plastic wrap, and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes (or as long as 1 day), or freeze for 15 minutes. 2. Put flour for dredging in a bowl. Combine oil and butter in 12-inch skillet, and turn heat to medium. When butter melts and its foam subsides, gently dredge a crab cake in the flour. Gently tap off excess flour, and add crab cake to pan; repeat with remaining crab cakes, and then turn heat to medium-high. 3. Cook, rotating cakes in pan as necessary to brown the first side, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn, and brown the other side (it will take slightly less time). Serve cakes hot, with lemon wedges. Well-prepared crab cakes need no more than a squeeze of lemon, but if you like tartar sauce or aioli, you can make them easily enough. For tartar sauce, mix 1 cup of mayonnaise (preferably homemade) with 1/4 cup of minced cornichons or other pickles, 2 tablespoons of minced shallots, and horseradish to taste. For aioli, add finely minced raw garlic to 1 cup of mayonnaise (some saffron, too, if you have it). Let it rest for an hour or so before using.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality crabmeat. This will make a big difference in the taste of your crab cakes.
- Use a light touch when mixing the ingredients. Overmixing will make the crab cakes tough.
- Form the crab cakes gently. Don't pack them too tightly, or they will be dry.
- Cook the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the crab cakes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Serve the crab cakes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect crab cakes at home that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish that's both easy to make and delicious, give crab cakes a try!
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