Crab Cakes with Curried Yogurt Sauce

Crab cakes are a popular dish in the coastal regions of the United States, particularly in Maryland where they are considered a local specialty.

This is gluten free, high protein, low carb and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Crab Cakes with Curried Yogurt Sauce

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Fusion Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Seafood Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Low Carb

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Crab meat
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 large Egg
• 2 sliced Green onions
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• as needed for frying Vegetable oil
• ¹⁄₂ cup Yogurt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Curry powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Lemon zest
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• to taste pinch Cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Shape the mixture into small patties.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
4. Fry the crab cakes until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together yogurt, curry powder, lemon zest, salt, and cayenne pepper to make the curried yogurt sauce.
6. Serve the crab cakes with the curried yogurt sauce on the side.
7. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.