Christmas Island Crab Cakes With Lemon Aioli
Indulge in the flavors of Christmas Island with these delicious crab cakes served with a zesty lemon aioli. Perfect for a festive holiday meal or a special occasion, these crab cakes are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh Christmas Island crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, beaten egg, green onions, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 8 crab cakes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the crab cakes in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Transfer the crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the crab cakes with lemon aioli and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper Large skillet Paper towels
Tools
Mixing bowl Whisk Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Christmas Island crab cakes with a side of fresh salad and a glass of chilled white wine for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use fresh Christmas Island crab meat for the most authentic flavor.
Cost
$25