Crab Cakes

Health score
14%
Crab Cakes
20 min.
2
396kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade crab cakes, a culinary treasure that can elevate any lunch or dinner occasion! With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, these cakes combine the rich flavors of fresh lump crabmeat with a creamy mayonnaise base and a hint of tangy Worcestershire sauce, making them irresistible. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these crab cakes are not only a feast for the taste buds but also an impressive dish to serve to guests.

The simplicity of the recipe allows for creativity in pairing, whether you choose to serve them with a side of golden french fries or a refreshing salad of baby greens tossed in lemon vinaigrette. Toasted to a golden perfection in butter, each bite bursts with flavor, showcasing the succulent crab meat that will have everyone asking for seconds. Each serving is packed with 396 calories, allowing you to savor this luxurious dish without the guilt.

Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or just treating yourself to a weeknight dinner, these crab cakes are sure to delight. Dive into a world of flavor that captures the essence of coastal dining right in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • large eggs beaten
  • servings lemon wedges 
  • 0.5 pound lump crab meat picked over
  • tablespoon mayonnaise 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted
  • slices sandwich bread white firm
  • 0.5 teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Tear bread into small pieces into a bowl with crab.
  2. Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, 2 Tbsp egg (discard remainder), and a pinch of salt.
  3. Mix together gently but thoroughly, then form into 4 patties (about 3 inches in diameter).
  4. Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides, then cook crab cakes, turning once, until golden brown, about 6 minutes total.
  5. french fries and/or baby greens tossed with lemon vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts

Calories396kcal
Protein27.2%
Fat59.52%
Carbs13.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
75.14
Glycemic Load
8.82
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
22.46913033983%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
0.28mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:395.53kcal
19.78%
Fat:25.79g
39.67%
Saturated Fat:9.92g
62%
Carbohydrates:12.95g
4.32%
Net Carbohydrates:12.35g
4.49%
Sugar:1.69g
1.88%
Cholesterol:176.61mg
58.87%
Sodium:1212.72mg
52.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.51g
53.02%
Vitamin B12:10.47µg
174.48%
Selenium:55.23µg
78.89%
Copper:1.1mg
55.14%
Zinc:7.33mg
48.84%
Phosphorus:333.45mg
33.35%
Vitamin K:23.94µg
22.8%
Folate:90.75µg
22.69%
Magnesium:66.01mg
16.5%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.68%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.6%
Calcium:125.26mg
12.53%
Vitamin B3:2.47mg
12.37%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.9%
Iron:2.06mg
11.47%
Vitamin C:8.66mg
10.5%
Vitamin A:522.83IU
10.46%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.83%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.56%
Potassium:314.62mg
8.99%
Vitamin E:1.1mg
7.36%
Vitamin D:0.74µg
4.92%
Fiber:0.6g
2.41%
Source:Epicurious