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Golden Pan-Seared Seafood Cakes with Crab and Shrimp


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  • Author: Bella
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 cakes

Description

These golden seafood cakes combine lump crab and shrimp for a delightful treat, perfect for dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

For the Seafood Mixture

  • 8 oz lump crab meat (ensure it’s drained and picked over for shells)
  • 8 oz raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, and finely chopped)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (divided, for texture)
  • 1 large egg (helps bind ingredients)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (for creaminess)
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (adds tanginess)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for brightness)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (enhances flavor)
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (for seafood flavor)
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (for aromatic flavor)
  • ½ tsp paprika (for smokiness)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (for warmth)
  • ¼ tsp salt (to enhance flavors)
  • 2 tbsp green onions (finely chopped)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for brightness)
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper (finely diced)

For Cooking

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided, for crisping)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for flavor)
  • 1 lemon (cut into wedges for serving)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the drained lump crab meat and finely chopped shrimp. Add ½ cup of panko breadcrumbs, the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, chopped green onions, parsley, and diced red bell pepper. Carefully fold the mixture together until just combined.
  2. Divide the seafood mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into thick round cakes, about ¾ to 1 inch thick.
  3. Place the remaining ½ cup of panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Lightly press each seafood cake into the breadcrumbs to coat both sides.
  4. Transfer the coated seafood cakes to a plate and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  5. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  6. Carefully place 4 seafood cakes in the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the bottom is deeply golden brown.
  7. Flip the cakes using a spatula and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Transfer the cooked cakes to a clean plate. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and olive oil to the skillet and heat again.
  9. Cook the remaining seafood cakes in the same manner as the first batch.
  10. Remove from heat and arrange the seafood cakes on a serving plate. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

These cakes can be served with a dipping sauce for added richness.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • shallow dish
  • spatula

Chilling Time: 20 minutes

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 320
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 14
  • Cholesterol: 105