Crab Cakes with Garlic Mayonnaise
Description:
These Crab Cakes with Garlic Mayonnaise are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a delightful appetizer to enjoy with your loved ones. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, these crab cakes are a true crowd-pleaser. Serve them on lettuce leaves for convenient handling and watch them disappear in no time!
CookTime: 15 minutes
PrepTime: 10 minutes
TotalTime: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Crab
Keywords: Roast, < 30 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 53
- Fat Content: 2.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 14.3mg
- Sodium Content: 170.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 4g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 2.8g
Yield: 36 crab cakes
Ingredients:
| For Crab Cakes | For Garlic Mayonnaise |
|---|---|
| – 1/4 cup mayonnaise | – 1/4 cup mayonnaise |
| – 1 tsp Dijon mustard | – 1 clove garlic, minced |
| – 1 tsp lemon juice | – 1 tsp lemon juice |
| – 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce | |
| – 1/2 cup chopped green onion | |
| – 3 tbsp cornmeal | |
| – 1/4 cup all-purpose flour | |
| – 1 tbsp butter, melted | |
| – 1 lb crab meat |
Instructions:
- Prepare Crab Cakes:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, chopped green onion, and season to taste. Add a dash of hot pepper sauce for an extra kick.
- Gently fold in the flaked crab meat until well combined.
- Shape and Coat:
- On a plate, mix cornmeal and flour.
- Take approximately 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture and shape it into a ball. Flatten slightly and roll in the cornmeal-flour mixture until evenly coated.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Brush a baking sheet with melted butter.
- Place the coated crab cakes on the baking sheet and drizzle a bit more melted butter on top of each cake for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, turning once halfway through, or until the crab cakes are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Prepare Garlic Mayonnaise:
- While the crab cakes are baking, prepare the garlic mayonnaise. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Serve:
- Once the crab cakes are ready, serve them hot with a dollop of garlic mayonnaise on top for a burst of flavor.
These Crab Cakes with Garlic Mayonnaise are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy the crispy exterior and succulent crab meat inside, perfectly complemented by the creamy garlic mayo. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this recipe is simple yet impressive, making it a must-have in your culinary repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to delight your taste buds with these irresistible crab cakes! 🦀🍽️
