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Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli: 6 Tantalizing Tips

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Mini crab cakes served with a zesty lemon aioli.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise for aioli
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp minced garlic

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into small patties.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. Fry the patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. For the aioli, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, and garlic in a small bowl.
  6. Serve the crab cakes warm with lemon aioli on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh crab meat for best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  • Chill the crab cakes for 30 minutes before frying for better texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 crab cakes
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Mini Crab Cakes, Lemon Aioli, Seafood Appetizer