Crab Cakes Recipe | Southern Sassy Mama

crab meat

🥗Healthier: imitation crab

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Imitation crab is lower in cost and calories.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

Old Bay seasoning

🥗Healthier: Cajun seasoning

💰Cheaper: mixed herbs

Cajun seasoning offers similar flavor at a lower cost.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal can bind ingredients while being plant-based.

Chop up 2 green onions.

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup regular breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon parsley, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chopped chives, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Add the juice of half a lemon to the mixture.

Add 3 cans (6 ounces each) of white crabmeat to the mixture.

Heat a pan with canola oil (or vegetable oil).

Use a 1/3 cup measuring cup to scoop the crab mixture and place it in the heated pan.

Brown the crab cakes on each side until ready.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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