Crab Cakes

Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Crab Cakes
35 min.
8
226kcal

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Crab cakes are a delightful treat that can elevate any meal, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy night in. These dairy-free crab cakes are not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making them the perfect antipasti, starter, or snack. With a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, each bite is a celebration of fresh crabmeat combined with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delicious crab cakes that serve up to 8 people, making them an ideal choice for gatherings or family meals. The combination of Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and seafood seasoning adds a depth of flavor that complements the sweet, succulent crabmeat beautifully. Plus, with only 226 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you choose to serve them as an appetizer or a light snack, these crab cakes are sure to impress your guests. Pair them with fresh lemon wedges for a burst of citrus that enhances the dish even further. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a seafood masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup cracker crumbs ( 12 crackers)
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • teaspoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons green onions minced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • servings lemon wedges 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • pound lump crab meat 
  • tablespoons mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon seafood seasoning 
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 10 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until well blended. Gently fold in crabmeat. Form mixture into 8 crab cakes (about 1/3 cup each). Cover and chill 1 hour or until ready to cook.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook crab cakes (in batches, if necessary) 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  3. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories226kcal
Protein20.55%
Fat73.87%
Carbs5.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.44
Glycemic Load
0.05
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
12.743478456269%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.55mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:225.55kcal
11.28%
Fat:18.47g
28.42%
Saturated Fat:3.01g
18.79%
Carbohydrates:3.14g
1.05%
Net Carbohydrates:2.91g
1.06%
Sugar:0.55g
0.61%
Cholesterol:48.53mg
16.18%
Sodium:555.17mg
24.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.56g
23.12%
Vitamin B12:5.16µg
86.05%
Vitamin K:38.89µg
37.04%
Selenium:23.06µg
32.94%
Copper:0.54mg
26.94%
Zinc:3.5mg
23.36%
Phosphorus:149.97mg
15%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.84%
Folate:32.71µg
8.18%
Magnesium:30.76mg
7.69%
Vitamin C:5.83mg
7.07%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.24%
Iron:0.79mg
4.4%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.19%
Potassium:145.89mg
4.17%
Calcium:40.98mg
4.1%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.95%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.24%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.22%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.2%
Vitamin A:74.71IU
1.49%
Source:My Recipes