Classic New England Crab Cakes

Health score
10%
Classic New England Crab Cakes
45 min.
6
322kcal
4.73%sweetness
3.15%saltiness
0%sourness
0%bitterness
0%savoriness
100%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

These Classic New England Crab Cakes are the perfect dish for a cozy night in or a fun gathering with friends. With a delicate blend of sweet and savory flavors, these crab cakes are a true delight. The key to this recipe lies in the quality of the crab meat—opt for fresh, lump crab meat to ensure a luxurious texture and taste. The combination of onion, celery, and seafood seasoning adds depth to the dish, while the mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce provide a creamy, tangy twist. Don't forget the hot sauce for an extra kick! Form the mixture into flattened rounds and chill before cooking to achieve the perfect shape and texture. Serve these crab cakes with a side of your choice, such as a refreshing salad or roasted vegetables, for a complete meal that's sure to impress.

This recipe is a true classic, evoking the flavors of the New England coast. The crab cakes are not only delicious but also provide a good source of protein and essential nutrients. With a moderate glycemic index and load, they are a healthier option that doesn't compromise on taste. The inflammation score of -6 and nutrition score of 17.08% further highlight the benefits of this dish. So, whether you're a seafood enthusiast or simply looking for a new culinary adventure, these Classic New England Crab Cakes are sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup celery finely chopped
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • pound lump crab meat 
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs dry fine
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.5 teaspoon seafood seasoning 
  • 0.5 teaspoon worcestershire sauce 
  • drops hot sauce 
  • tablespoons parsley minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Cook onion and celery in 4 tablespoons butter over moderately low heat, until tender and transfer to a bowl. Stir in crab and bread crumbs.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste and stir into crab mixture until combined well.
  3. Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Form crab mixture into 6 flattened rounds. Chill crab cakes, covered with plastic wrap, at least 1 hour.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon butter over moderate heat until foam subsides and cook half of crab cakes until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Cook remaining cakes in remaining tablespoon butter in same manner.

Nutrition Facts

Calories322kcal
Protein18.93%
Fat73.31%
Carbs7.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.38
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.08347826087%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
3.11mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
2.74mg

Taste

Sweetness:
4.73%
Saltiness:
3.15%
Sourness:
0%
Bitterness:
0%
Savoriness:
0%
Fattiness:
100%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:322.46kcal
16.12%
Fat:26.14g
40.22%
Saturated Fat:9.53g
59.58%
Carbohydrates:6.23g
2.08%
Net Carbohydrates:5.53g
2.01%
Sugar:1.24g
1.38%
Cholesterol:69.69mg
23.23%
Sodium:823.77mg
35.82%
Protein:15.19g
30.38%
Vitamin B12:6.87µg
114.52%
Vitamin K:57.55µg
54.81%
Selenium:29.72µg
42.45%
Copper:0.73mg
36.54%
Zinc:4.68mg
31.2%
Phosphorus:190.04mg
19%
Folate:48.93µg
12.23%
Magnesium:43.48mg
10.87%
Vitamin A:536.11IU
10.72%
Vitamin C:8.77mg
10.63%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.45%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.87%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.54%
Vitamin B3:1.31mg
6.53%
Potassium:227.67mg
6.5%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.16%
Calcium:61.12mg
6.11%
Iron:0.99mg
5.52%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.48%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.88%
Fiber:0.7g
2.78%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.65%