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Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli

Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli: 5 Steps to Joyful Flavors

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

Delicious 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, beaten
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form mixture into small patties.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Fry patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Drain on paper towels.
  7. For the lemon aioli, mix mayonnaise with lemon juice and zest.
  8. Serve crab cakes with lemon aioli on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh crab meat for best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Chill mixture for 30 minutes before forming patties for easier handling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 crab cakes
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Mini Crab Cakes, Lemon Aioli, Seafood Appetizer