Snow Crab Cakes Opilio with Spicy Aioli: A Recipe by Carmelita Seafood

Snow Crab Cakes Opilio with Spicy Aioli: A Recipe by Carmelita Seafood

Carmelita Seafood Crab Cakes with Spicy Aioli Recipe

Carmelita Seafood Crab Cakes with Spicy Aioli

Delicious homemade crab cakes featuring premium lump crab meat and zesty aioli sauce

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 crab cakes

Ingredients

For the Crab Cakes:

  • 1 lb lump crab meat
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Additional ingredients as listed

For the Spicy Aioli:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Smoked paprika

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crab Cakes

Mix ingredients gently, form into 8 patties

2. Cook the Crab Cakes

3-4 minutes per side until golden

3. Make the Aioli

Whisk all sauce ingredients together

4. Serve

Plate with aioli and garnishes

Cooking from Frozen

  • Thaw in refrigerator overnight
  • Cook from frozen: add 2-3 minutes per side
  • Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F

Pro Tips

  • Use minimal filler for best texture
  • Don't overmix the crab meat
  • Chill formed cakes before cooking
  • Use a non-stick pan for best results
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