Kidwelly Crab Cakes
Kidwelly Crab Cakes are a delicious and traditional dish from the beautiful region of Carmarthenshire. These savory crab cakes are perfect for a special dinner or a delightful appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, beaten egg, green onions, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Form the mixture into 8 crab cakes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes in batches until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Kidwelly Crab Cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of 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
- 15g
Supplies
Bowl Skillet Baking sheet Parchment paper Paper towels
Tools
Knife Measuring cups and spoons Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the crab cakes with a side of mixed greens and a light vinaigrette for a refreshing meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be gentle when mixing the crab cake ingredients to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
Cost
$20