GLUTEN-FREE CRAB CAKES WITH SNAP PEA SALAD

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A mixture of almond meal and cornmeal takes the place of traditional breadcrumbs in these scallion- and mint-studded crab cakes. And a raw snap pea salad is just the refreshing crunchy side to turn it into a complete meal.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Gluten-Free and Fresh     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Crab     Dinner     Egg     Jalapeño     Mint     Lemon     Almond     Cornmeal     Radish     Sugar Snap Pea     Spring     Seafood     Shellfish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large eggs
4 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
3/4 cup mayonnaise, divided
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
3/4 plus 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 bunch scallions (about 6 scallions), divided
3/4 cup mint leaves, divided
1 jalapeño, preferably red, seeded, finely chopped (optional)
1/2 cup almond meal
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed, halved lengthwise, preferably on the bias
6 red radishes, halved, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs, lemon zest, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp. mustard, 3/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl.
  • Finely chop 4 scallions, then finely chop mint to yield 2 Tbsp. total, reserving remaining leaves; add to egg mixture. Add jalapeño (if using), almond meal, and cornmeal and stir to combine. Fold in crabmeat, then form into 12 (1/2"-thick) patties.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Working in batches if needed, cook crab cakes until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate.
  • Meanwhile, whisk 1/2 tsp. mustard, 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. pepper, and remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in a large bowl. Thinly slice remaining 2 scallions on an angle; transfer to bowl with dressing. Add sugar snap peas, radishes, and reserved mint leaves; toss to combine.
  • Whisk remaining 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. mustard, and 1/8 tsp. pepper in a small bowl.
  • Serve crab cakes with salad and mayonnaise sauce alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Crab cake patties can be formed 1 day ahead. Arrange in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and chill.

Jannatul Redowana
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These crab cakes were a bit too expensive for my taste. I think I'll stick to my usual recipe.


Sandeea Pergans
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed these crab cakes. They were light and flavorful.


Chris Strong
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I'm allergic to crab, so I substituted shrimp in this recipe. It turned out great!


Bikash Poudel
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These crab cakes were amazing! I've never had better.


AvaKyle Willett
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I thought the crab cakes were a bit bland. Maybe I should have added more Old Bay seasoning.


Casey Giddens
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my crab cakes turned out really mushy. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Love janan 888 Love janan 888
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These crab cakes were so good! I'll definitely be making them again soon.


Sk Sarupsaiful
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I followed the recipe exactly and the crab cakes turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Hendrik Velloen
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The crab cakes were a bit too dry for my taste, but the salad was delicious.


John D Leo
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


shaley Wood
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I'm not a big fan of crab cakes, but these were surprisingly good. The snap pea salad was a great addition too.


Joseph Ellis
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These gluten-free crab cakes with snap pea salad were a hit at my last dinner party! Everyone raved about the delicate flavor of the crab cakes and the freshness of the salad.


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