Caribbean Crab Cakes Benedict

Health score
30%
Caribbean Crab Cakes Benedict
45 min.
6
793kcal

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Looking for a breakfast or brunch dish that’s both indulgent and full of vibrant Caribbean flavors? The Caribbean Crab Cakes Benedict is the perfect treat to impress your guests or elevate your morning routine. This delicious dish combines crispy, golden crab cakes made from fresh lump crabmeat, perfectly poached eggs, and creamy avocado slices, all drizzled with a rich and tangy Caribbean Hollandaise sauce. It’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate!

What makes this recipe so special is the balance of textures and flavors. The crab cakes are tender on the inside with a satisfying crunch on the outside, while the poached eggs add a luxurious silkiness. The avocado brings a refreshing, buttery element, and the zesty Hollandaise sauce ties everything together, giving it a tropical flair. This dish is not only a treat for seafood lovers but also a unique twist on the classic Eggs Benedict, bringing a tropical twist with every bite!

Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or craving something extraordinary for breakfast, the Caribbean Crab Cakes Benedict is sure to become a favorite. With its combination of fresh ingredients and a bold, flavorful sauce, it’s an indulgence that’s well worth the effort. Get ready to enjoy a satisfying meal that brings the sunshine of the Caribbean to your table!

Ingredients

  •  avocado peeled sliced
  • servings bell pepper diced red
  •  egg whites 
  • large eggs 
  • ounce bread french
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • pound lump crab meat fresh drained
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • servings pepper black
  •  saltines 
  • servings knorr hollandaise sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon seafood seasoning 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place crackers in a blender or food processor; process until finely ground.
  2. Place bread in blender or food processor; process until finely ground.
  3. Combine crabmeat, mayonnaise, cracker crumbs, breadcrumbs, egg white, and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and chill 8 hours.
  4. Shape crab mixture into 6 (4-inch) patties. Cook crab cakes, in batches, in hot oil and melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes on each side or until golden.
  5. Place avocado slices and poached eggs on crab cakes, and top with Caribbean Hollandaise Sauce and pepper.
  6. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories793kcal
Protein12.8%
Fat75.99%
Carbs11.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.42
Glycemic Load
7.23
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.718695640564%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.25mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:792.72kcal
39.64%
Fat:67.96g
104.55%
Saturated Fat:14.14g
88.39%
Carbohydrates:22.56g
7.52%
Net Carbohydrates:16.05g
5.84%
Sugar:4.82g
5.36%
Cholesterol:247.86mg
82.62%
Sodium:1284.96mg
55.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.76g
51.52%
Vitamin C:109.36mg
132.56%
Vitamin B12:7.31µg
121.79%
Vitamin K:80.5µg
76.66%
Selenium:49.44µg
70.63%
Vitamin A:2897.23IU
57.94%
Copper:0.91mg
45.48%
Folate:168.2µg
42.05%
Zinc:5.99mg
39.95%
Vitamin E:5.92mg
39.44%
Phosphorus:346.12mg
34.61%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.7%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
30.12%
Fiber:6.5g
26.01%
Vitamin B5:2.34mg
23.4%
Potassium:751.9mg
21.48%
Magnesium:78.45mg
19.61%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.27%
Vitamin B3:3.58mg
17.91%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.99%
Iron:2.82mg
15.65%
Calcium:90.03mg
9%
Vitamin D:1.14µg
7.63%
Source:My Recipes