Best 9 Quick Carolina Crab Cakes Recipes

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In the realm of seafood delicacies, crab cakes stand out as a culinary masterpiece. Originating from the coastal haven of the Carolinas, these delectable patties are a testament to the region's rich seafood heritage. Quick Carolina crab cakes offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them a popular choice for both casual meals and special occasions. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with an array of tantalizing recipes for quick Carolina crab cakes, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK CAROLINA CRAB CAKES



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I never used to make crab cakes at home until I created this recipe. They're spiced just right, and the mustard-mayo sauce is the perfect accent. -Katie P. Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
CRAB CAKES:
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon grated onion
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate., In another bowl, combine the first 10 crab cake ingredients. Fold in crab. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Drop crab mixture by 1/4 cupfuls into the pan; cook until golden brown, 3-5 minutes on each side. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Fat 46g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 206mg cholesterol, Sodium 875mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

EASY CRAB CAKES



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Ready-to-go crabmeat makes these delicate patties easier than other crab cake recipes. You can also form the crab mixture into four thick patties instead of eight crab cakes. -Charlene Spelock, Apollo, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onions, red pepper, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder and cayenne; fold in crab., Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Divide mixture into eight portions; shape into 2-in. balls. Gently coat in bread crumbs and shape into 1/2-in.-thick patties., In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add crab cakes; cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK & EASY CRAB CAKE RECIPE



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No longer just for weddings and restaurant menus, try our easy crab cake recipe can be made at home. STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix is the key to every tasty bite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup boiling water
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Cornbread Stuffing Mix
2 cans (6 oz. each) crabmeat, drained, flaked
3 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Add boiling water to stuffing mix in large bowl; stir just until moistened. Let stand 5 min.
  • Add crabmeat and eggs; mix lightly. Shape into 6 patties.
  • Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add crab patties; cook 5 min. on each side or until heated through and lightly browned on both sides. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 760 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 14 g

BEST EVER CRAB CAKES



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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

1 egg
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon minced green onions
8 ounces crabmeat
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
1 tablespoon butter

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

CHUCK'S CRAB CAKES



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You're sure to impress with Chuck Hughes' easy crab cakes served with a side of spicy mayo.

Provided by Chuck Hughes

Time 35m

Yield 8 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 pounds crab meat, de-shelled
16 soda crackers, finely crumbled
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Zest of 1 lemon
1 egg
2 tablespoons canola oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 egg
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cups canola oil
1 teaspoon Sriracha
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the crab cakes: In a large bowl, combine the crab, crackers, mayonnaise, chives, mustard, lemon zest and egg. Mix together well. Form palm-sized cakes and place them on a baking tray covered with parchment paper. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the crab cakes in batches, about 2 minutes on each side. Put them back on the baking tray and in the oven for 10 minutes.
  • For the spicy mayo: Using a blender or food processor, beat the egg with the Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar. Slowly add the canola oil until the mixture starts to emulsify and becomes very creamy in texture. Add water if necessary to make a thinner texture. Add the sriracha sauce. Continue to process for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  • When ready to serve, garnish the crab cakes with a dollop of spicy mayo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 96 milligrams, Sodium 442 milligrams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Protein 17 grams

CAROLINA BLUE CRAB CAKES RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by jenlin

Number Of Ingredients 12

Yield: 6 crab cakes
1 pound lump blue crabmeat
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
1/3 cup chopped bell pepper, red or green
1/4 cup Duke's Mayonnaise
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon Texas Pete hot sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except for crabmeat and vegetable oil. 2. Gently fold in crabmeat and combine. 3. Form into patties, using about ½ cup of mixture for each patty. 4. Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium or medium-high heat 5. Gently place crab cakes in skillet. Fry approximately 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. 6. Place on plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve immediately.

CAROLINA CRAB CAKES



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Make and share this Carolina Crab Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kyle martin

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb lump crabmeat
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried chervil
1 pinch black pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 -4 chives, chopped
1 teaspoon capers
Japanese-style bread crumbs
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1 ounce scallion, chopped fine
1 ounce basil, chopped fine
1 ounce oregano, chopped fine
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard

Steps:

  • Gently mix first 5 ingredients.
  • Whip cream, chives and capers in a food processor.
  • Gently fold cream mixture into crab mixture.
  • Form into two cakes.
  • Coat lightly with breadcrumbs.
  • Saute to golden brown.
  • Serve over rice and collard greens.
  • Drizzle with whole grain mustard vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1440.6, Fat 133.8, SaturatedFat 29.1, Cholesterol 253.7, Sodium 1095.3, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 53.6

QUICK & EASY CRAB CAKES



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Thanks to stuffing mix, these yummy crab cakes stay crispy golden on the outside and moist and fluffy on the inside! I got this recipe from a Kraft Foods magazine.

Provided by suzyhomemakerwannabe

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) box Stove Top stuffing mix (Whole Wheat for a healthier cake!)
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup Kraft mayonnaise
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained
3 tablespoons of kraft tartar sauce
1/2 cup of finely chopped purple onion

Steps:

  • Mix stuffing mix, water, mayo, crabmeat, tarter sauce and onion.
  • Cover and refridgerate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat.
  • Shape 1/3 cupfuls of the mixture into patties, add to skillet in batches.
  • Cook 3 mintues on each side or until golden brown on both sides, being careful when turning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.5, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 27.5, Sodium 1018.2, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 13.7

CRAB CAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: small shallot, fresh parsley, fresh chives, egg, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, fresh lump crab meat, fine sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, panko breadcrumbs, all purpose flour, unsalted butter, tartar sauce, lemon wedge

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
1 egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional
1 lb fresh lump crab meat, picked over
fine sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons all purpose flour, for dusing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
tartar sauce, recipe follows
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the shallot, parsley, chives, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne if using.
  • Add the crabmeat, season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Add the breadcrumbs and mix just to combine.
  • Form into 6 equal patties and place on a plate. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour.
  • Coat the cakes lightly with flour, and shake off any excess.
  • In a large skillet set over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Fry the crab cakes until golden and crisp, 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain slightly.
  • Serve warm with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

- Always use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh crab, frozen crab meat is a good substitute. - If you don't have Old Bay seasoning, you can use a combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and celery salt. - To make the crab cakes easier to form, chill the crab mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Be careful not to overcook the crab cakes. They should be cooked through but still moist. - Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, remoulade, or cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Carolina crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. With their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, these crab cakes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give Carolina crab cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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