Best 2 West Indian Curried Crab And Lobster Cakes Recipes

Craving some Caribbean delight? Look no further than West Indian curried crab and lobster cakes! Imagine succulent crab and lobster meat infused with an aromatic blend of spices and herbs, encased in a crispy golden crust. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed islands of the Caribbean with this delectable dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOBSTER AND CRAB CAKES

Lobster and Crab Cakes image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

2 cups freshly ground baguette bread crumbs
1 cup mixed brunoise green, red, and yellow peppers
1/2 cup diced shallots
3 whole eggs
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano
1/3 cup half-and-half
Pinch saffron (10 threads)
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/2 gallon water
2 lemons, zested and juiced
2 bunches basil leaves
Sea salt and ground black pepper
1 pound jumbo lump crab meat
1 (11/4 pound) lobster
Light olive oil, for sauteing

Steps:

In a large mixing bowl combine all bread crumb mixture ingredients.
Poach lobster in water with lemon, basil and sea salt. (Rule of thumb is 5 minutes per pound.) Remove lobster from water and chill in ice water. Remove meat and shell and dice meat. Lightly pick through crabmeat.
Add crab and lobster to mixture and gently fold mixture until combines. Lightly press mixture down in bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Form the crab cakes in to 3-ounce portions about a silver dollar wide and 1 1/2 inches tall.
To a large saute pan, add enough light olive oil to fill about 1/2 inch high. Bring to 350 degrees F and add crab cakes. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

KEY WEST STYLE CRAB CAKES

Key West Style Crab Cakes image

Got this recipe from a cookbook my husband & I picked up on our honeymoon in the Keys. A few years later, stuck in snowy, land-locked IA where we live, we decided to make up a few batches of these with some Rum Runners and have a "Wish We Were in Key West" dinner party with a few friends.

Provided by Parrot Head Mama

Categories Crab

Time 51m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb crabmeat (I use canned,lump)
2 slices bacon (cooked crisp & crumbled)
2 tablespoons onions (minced)
1/2 red bell pepper (cleaned & chopped fine)
1/2 green bell pepper (cleaned & chopped fine)
1 celery rib (chopped fine)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/4 cup fresh herb (parsley, cilantro, basil)
3 -4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
salt and pepper
1 pinch cayenne
1 egg (beaten)
1 -2 tablespoon heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons oil

Steps:

When preparing bacon, remove from pan and sautee onions, peppers, celery & garlic in bacon drippings.
Transfer to a bowl, add crabmeat, herbs& breadcrumbs.
Fold in egg & cream.
Form into patties, size of your choice.
Wrap & refrigerate atleast 30 minutes.
Pan fry cakes in butter/oil til crispy on both sides, approximately 3 minutes per side.
Serve with horseradish/mustard sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.2, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 272.4, Sodium 2418, Carbohydrate 21.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.3, Protein 51.3

Tips:

To make sure your crab and lobster cakes are cooked evenly, use a non-stick skillet and cook them over medium heat.
Be careful not to overcook the crab and lobster cakes, or they will become tough.
If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the crab and lobster meat by hand.
If you want to make the curry paste from scratch, you can find a recipe online or in a cookbook.
Serve the crab and lobster cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as remoulade, cocktail sauce, or tartar sauce.

Conclusion:

West Indian curried crab and lobster cakes are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual meal. The combination of crab and lobster meat, curry powder, and other spices creates a unique and unforgettable flavor. Whether you are serving them as an appetizer or a main course, these crab and lobster cakes are sure to be a hit.