Crabby crab cakes

0 min
hard
8 ingredients

Crabby crab cakes

Irritable crab cakes are a delicious seafood preparation, very popular in the coastal regions of Latin America. Their origin dates back to fishing communities, which took advantage of the freshness of crab to create simple but flavorful dishes. In countries like Mexico, they are known simply as "crab patties," while in the Caribbean they are called "crab croquettes." These variants share a base of fresh crab meat combined with ingredients that provide texture and flavor, adapting to local tastes. The specialty of irritable crab cakes lies in their soft mixture and crispy exterior, making them irresistible for any seafood lover.

This particular recipe stands out for its careful preparation and the use of simple yet effective ingredients, achieving a perfect balance between the flavor of the crab and the crispiness of the flour coating each cake. Furthermore, its easy preparation allows you to enjoy a gourmet dish at home, perfect for sharing at gatherings or for a special lunch. Throughout Latin America, this type of dish is valued not only for its taste but also for its versatility when paired with different sauces or side dishes.

How to Make Irritable Crab Cakes

Ingredients: Fresh crab meat, egg, Dijon mustard, flour, extra virgin olive oil, butter, lemon wedge, salt, and black pepper.

Step 1: Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of flour.

Step 2: Cover and place in the freezer for 5 minutes.

Step 3: Shape the mixture into 4 patties with a hamburger shape.

Step 4: Line a plate with plastic wrap and place the crab patties on top.

Step 5: Cover with more plastic wrap and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes, or freeze for 15 minutes.

Step 6: Place breading flour in a bowl.

Step 7: Combine oil and butter in a 30 cm skillet and set the heat to medium.

Step 8: When the butter melts and its foam subsides, gently coat a crab patty in flour.

Step 9: Gently tap to remove excess flour.

Step 10: Add the crab patty to the skillet.

Step 11: Repeat with the remaining patties and then increase the heat to medium-high.

Step 12: Cook, rotating the patties in the skillet as needed to brown the first side, for 5 to 8 minutes.

Step 13: Flip and brown the other side.

Step 14: Serve hot, with lemon wedges.

Crabby crab cakes

Ingredients (8)

  • Fresh Crab Meat
  • Egg
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Flour
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Butter
  • Lemon Wedge
  • Salt And Black Pepper

Instructions (15 steps)

  1. 1 Gently combine crab, egg, mustard, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of flour
  2. 2 Cover
  3. 3 And place in the freezer for 5 minutes
  4. 4 Shape the mixture into 4 burger-shaped patties
  5. 5 Line a plate with plastic wrap and place the crab cakes on top
  6. 6 Cover with more plastic wrap and refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes, or freeze for 15 minutes
  7. 7 Place breading flour in a bowl
  8. 8 Combine oil and butter in a 30 cm skillet and set the heat to medium
  9. 9 When the butter melts and its foam subsides, gently coat a crab cake in flour
  10. 10 Gently tap to remove excess flour
  11. 11 And add the crab cake to the skillet
  12. 12 Repeat with the remaining patties and then increase the heat to medium-high
  13. 13 Cook, rotating the patties in the skillet as needed to brown the first side, for 5 to 8 minutes
  14. 14 Flip and brown the other side
  15. 15 Serve hot, with lemon wedges

Nutritional Information

Calories: 292 kcal
Protein: 45%
Carbohydrates: 1%
Fat: 31%
Sugar: 0%
Sodium: 18%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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