Indulge your taste buds in the exquisite culinary delight of creamy crab cakes, a delectable seafood delicacy that tantalizes the senses with its rich, succulent flavors and creamy, velvety texture. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, this guide will lead you on a culinary journey, revealing the secrets to crafting the perfect crab cake, infused with the essence of the sea and complemented by a symphony of herbs, spices, and creamy sauces.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CRAB CAKES WITH CREAMY CAPER SAUCE
Provided by Bill Brett
Categories Mustard Appetizer Mayonnaise Crab Summer Pan-Fry Capers Bon Appétit Vermont Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 12 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- for caper sauce:
- Whisk all ingredients in medium bowl. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- for crab cakes:
- Combine crabmeat, 1 cup breadcrumbs, and next five ingredients in large bowl. Spread 2 1/2 cups breadcrumbs on rimmed baking sheet. Using 1/4-cup capacity ice-cream scoop, form crab mixture into 24 small balls. Flatten slightly. Coat crab cakes in breadcrumbs, transfer to another baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
- Heat 1/2 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry crab cakes until brown, adding more oil to skillet as needed, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer 2 crab cakes to each of 12 plates. Serve, passing caper sauce alongside.
CREAMY CRAB CAKES
This is a lighter and creamier version. They are soft and need at least an hour chilling time before pan frying.
Provided by Morning Biscotti
Categories Crab
Time 40m
Yield 6 crabcakes, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the egg yolk, vinegar, mustard, bell pepper, onion, 2 tspon parsley, tabasco, paprika, thyme, salt and pepper.
- Slowly add the oil until the mixture emulsifies and forms a thin mayonnaise.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the sour cream.
- Stir in the crabmeat, gently to prevent from breaking the lumps.
- Form 8 patties, 3 inches wide by 3/4 inch thick.
- Put the bread crumps in a shallow plate and mix in the 3 tbsp of parsley.
- Lightl dredge the patties on both sides in the bread crmbs.
- Cover the crab cakes with plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour or longer.
- Heat a skillet with butter over low to medium heat.
- Add the crab cakes, fry for about 4 minutes perside or until golden brown.
CRAB CAKES WITH CREAMY CHILI SAUCE
Categories Milk/Cream Shellfish Fry Lime Crab Hot Pepper Sake Pan-Fry Bon Appétit
Yield 4 Appetizer Servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For Sauce:
- Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallots and garlic and sauté 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 sauté until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to plates.
- Drizzle sauce over and serve.
CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE FOR CRAB CAKES
This sauce is also good on salmon and salmon cakes.
Provided by Beverley Williams
Categories Other Sauces
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. In a bowl, whisk all ingredients together to mix well.
- 2. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat is a good substitute.
- Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing the crab cakes will make them tough. Mix the crab cakes just until the ingredients are combined.
- Gently fold the crab meat into the rest of the ingredients. This will help to prevent the crab meat from breaking up.
- Use a large skillet to cook the crab cakes. This will help to prevent the crab cakes from sticking together.
- Cook the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help to prevent the crab cakes from burning.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces for crab cakes include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With a few simple tips, you can make crab cakes that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish to enjoy, give crab cakes a try!
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