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Crab Cakes with Cilantro and Lime

Delicious and crispy crab cakes infused with fresh cilantro and zesty lime, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 lb fresh crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a large bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Mix gently until well combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
  3. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties and place on a plate.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook crab cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Chef Sally