Coastal Fusion: Dorset Crab Cakes With Sweet Chili Sauce

Dorset Crab Cakes with Sweet Chili Sauce is a delightful coastal fusion dish that brings together the flavors of fresh Dorset crab with a hint of sweetness and spice. These crab cakes are perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, and the sweet chili sauce adds a zesty kick to every bite.

Coastal Fusion: Dorset Crab Cakes With Sweet Chili Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh Dorset crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, green onions, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small patties and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  5. Serve the crab cakes with sweet chili sauce on the side for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking sheet Large skillet Paper towels

Tools

Mixing bowl Spatula Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Dorset Crab Cakes with Sweet Chili Sauce alongside a fresh green salad and a squeeze of lemon for a light and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce to the sweet chili sauce for a spicier kick.

Cost

$25