Wild Rice Crab Cakes π¦π
Overview:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Servings: 8 cakes
- Calories: 162.5 per serving
- Rating: βββββ (1 review)
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Wild Rice Crab Cakes, a recipe inspired by Cooking Light. They are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly delicious. So much so that a friend of mine has even featured them on her Personal Chef menu! Packed with succulent crab meat and wholesome wild rice, these crab cakes are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup wild rice
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 3/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Wild Rice: Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add wild rice, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 1 hour or until tender. |
| 2 | Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked wild rice with the diced red bell pepper, minced shallot, light mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. |
| 3 | Shape the Patties: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping each into a 1-inch thick patty. |
| 4 | Cook the Crab Cakes: Heat several teaspoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the crab cake patties (you may need to cook them in batches), and cook for about 4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. |
| 5 | Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, serve the wild rice crab cakes hot, garnished with a squeeze of lemon juice or your favorite sauce. Enjoy the burst of flavors with each bite! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 162.5
- Total Fat: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 26.4mg
- Sodium: 811.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 17.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugars: 1.8g
- Protein: 14.5g
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of your favorite herbs or spices to the mixture.
- If you’re short on time, you can use precooked wild rice to speed up the preparation process.
- Serve these crab cakes as appetizers at your next gathering or as a delicious main course paired with a fresh salad.
These Wild Rice Crab Cakes are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome and satisfying meal that you’ll want to make again and again. Enjoy the fusion of flavors and the simplicity of this recipe that brings gourmet dining right to your home kitchen!
