Description
Mini Crab Cakes are the perfect appetizer, blending a crispy exterior with a tender, flavorful center filled with high-quality lump crab meat. These bite-sized delights are not only quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy cooks, but they also impress at any gathering. Whether served at summer barbecues or elegant dinner parties, these Mini Crab Cakes bring a taste of the ocean right to your table. Pair them with creamy tartar sauce or a spicy aioli for an added flavor boost. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these delicious crab bites in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, gently combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Form small patties (about 2 inches wide) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Serve warm with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use fresh lump crab meat for optimal flavor.
- Chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking to help them hold their shape.
- For variations, consider adding diced peppers or different spices like Old Bay seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg