Mini crab cakes encrusted with sesame seeds get a kick from wasabi and soy sauce. The toppings of wasabi, mayonnaise, cucumber, and pickled ginger add creaminess, crispness, and tang, as well as color.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes about 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Flake crabmeat with a fork in a medium bowl; stir in 1/4 cup mayonnaise, scallions, soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon wasabi, and zest. Stir in 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs. Cover with plastic wrap; chill 1 hour.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and pepper; set aside. In a small bowl, beat eggs with 1 tablespoon water; set aside. In a shallow bowl, stir together sesame seeds and remaining 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
- Form one scant tablespoon crab mixture into a ball; dip in seasoned flour. Flatten into a 3/4-inch high cake about 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Repeat with remaining crab mixture. Dip cakes in egg mixture, then roll in breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add half the crab cakes; cook, turning once, until golden and crisp on both sides, about 1 1/2 minutes. Using a slotted spatula, transfer to paper towel-lined plates to drain. Repeat with the remaining cakes, adding more oil if needed. Let cool completely.
- Transfer crab cakes to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze (uncovered) until firm, about 1 hour. Transfer to an airtight container; freeze until ready to use, up to 6 weeks.
- To serve, preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place the crab cakes on an ungreased baking sheet, and bake until heated through, 10 to 14 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir together remaining 3 tablespoons mayonnaise and 1 1/2 teaspoons wasabi. Using a vegetable peeler, make 24 (2-by-3/4-inch) ribbons from cucumber; fold each ribbon into thirds.
- Dot each crab cake with 1/2 teaspoon wasabi mayonnaise; top with a slice of cucumber and a slice of ginger.
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Laitit Lalogafau
[email protected]I would not recommend these crab cakes to anyone.
Nabiryo Cynthia
[email protected]These crab cakes are way too expensive for what you get.
Frejar Mabulo
[email protected]I found these crab cakes to be bland and tasteless.
Futa Miah TV
[email protected]I was disappointed with these crab cakes. They were dry and overcooked.
Main Alia
[email protected]These crab cakes are a bit pricey, but they're worth every penny. They're so delicious and they make a great special occasion meal.
Md. Hasibul Islam
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of crab, but I really enjoyed these crab cakes. They were so well-seasoned and the dipping sauce was amazing.
Osuji Elizabeth
[email protected]These crab cakes are the best I've ever had. They're so moist and flavorful, and the dipping sauce is perfect.
Qatuk Wesley
[email protected]I made these crab cakes for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.
Bigg Reese
[email protected]These crab cakes are so delicious and flavorful. I love the crispy coating and the tender, juicy crab meat inside.
Athiff Deen
[email protected]I've made these crab cakes several times now and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Precious Fortune
[email protected]These crab cakes are so easy to make, even for a beginner cook. I highly recommend them!
Med 7asen Almeno
[email protected]I made these crab cakes with imitation crab meat and they turned out great. They're a great way to save money without sacrificing flavor.
Faisal Maybe
[email protected]I love the addition of the ginger and green onions in these crab cakes. They really give them a unique flavor.
Kalungi Shillah
[email protected]These crab cakes are the perfect party appetizer. They're easy to make ahead of time and they always disappear quickly.
Oussama Ben Satrat
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed these crab cakes. They were so flavorful and moist.
Sandra Tulugak
[email protected]I made these crab cakes for dinner last night and they were delicious! I served them with a side of rice and steamed broccoli.
Esther Arthur
[email protected]These mini crab cakes were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.