Creole Crab Cakes

Creole Crab Cakes are a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from the beautiful island of Saint Lucia. These crab cakes are packed with spices and herbs, making them a perfect appetizer or main course for any seafood lover.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Appetizer Saint Lucian Crab Seafood Creole
Creole Crab Cakes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lump crabmeat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, bell pepper, green onions, egg, garlic, Creole seasoning, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into 8 crab cakes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  4. Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  5. Serve the Creole Crab Cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon.

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

Bowl Skillet Baking sheet Parchment paper Large spoon Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Creole Crab Cakes with a side of fresh salad or coleslaw for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce to the crab cake mixture before frying.

Cost

$20