Crab Cakes with Spicy Rémoulade

By á-1569

Ingredients

• Crab cakes:
• 1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1 1/2 tablespoons canola mayonnaise
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup panko, divided
• 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• Remoulade:
• 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons minced shallots
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 3/4 teaspoon capers, chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• Mixed Greens Salad

Preparation

Step 1

1. To prepare crab cakes, drain crabmeat on several layers of paper towels. Combine crabmeat, bell pepper, and the next 4 ingredients (through egg), tossing gently. Stir in 1/4 cup panko. Place remaining 3/4 cup panko in a shallow dish.

2. Divide crab mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape 4 portions into 3/4-inch-thick patties; dredge in panko. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Add dredged patties; cook 3 minutes on each side or until golden. Remove from pan. Repeat procedure with the remaining crab mixture, panko, and oil.

3. To prepare rémoulade, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise and remaining ingredients; serve with crab cakes.