Red Crab Cakes With Chili Lime Aioli

These Red Crab Cakes with Chili Lime Aioli are a delicious and festive dish perfect for Christmas Island Cuisine. The combination of sweet crab meat with a spicy and tangy aioli is sure to impress your guests.

Red Crab Cakes With Chili Lime Aioli

Ingredients

  • 1 lb red crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, green onions, red bell pepper, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into small patties and place on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and heated through.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, garlic, chili powder, lime juice, and lime zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve the crab cakes with the chili lime aioli 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 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking sheet Skillet Whisk Small bowl

Tools

Cutting board Knife Mixing bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the crab cakes with a side of mixed greens and a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a refreshing contrast.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to handle the crab meat gently to keep the chunks intact and maintain the texture of the crab cakes.

Cost

$20