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In a mixing bowl combine the crabmeat, mayonnaise, mashed avocado, lime juice, salt, and white pepper and fold gently to combine, trying to retain as many lumps of crabmeat as possible.
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Place the flour in a small bowl and season lightly with salt and white pepper.
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In a second bowl combine the eggs and milk; whisk to combine and season lightly with salt and white pepper.
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In a third bowl place the panko bread crumbs.
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Using a measuring cup as a guide, divide the crabmeat mixture into 8 equal sized portions, about 1/3 cup each, and, using your hands, form into cakes about 3 inches wide and 1-inch thick.
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Working 1 at a time, dredge the crab cakes into the flour, then into the egg wash, and finally the panko crumbs, shaking between each stage to remove excess.
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Place breaded cakes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate while you prepare the mango-papaya salad, at least 15 minutes.
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Chef's Note: These crab cakes are fragile and will require caution when breading.
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After breading and refrigerating they will be easier to handle.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the mango, papaya, poblano, and napa cabbage.
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In a blender combine the cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar and blend until smooth.
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Toss the mango-papaya mixture with the dressing and season, to taste, with salt and white pepper.
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Set aside, refrigerated, while you cook the crab cakes.
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Heat a large skillet with 1/2-inch of vegetable oil over medium to medium-high heat.
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Add the crab cakes, in batches if necessary, and cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides and heated through, about 2 minutes per side.
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Transfer to paper towels to drain briefly before serving.
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Repeat with remaining crab cakes, if necessary.
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When ready to serve, place some of the mango-papaya salad in the center of 4 plates and lean 2 crab cakes against the salad.
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Garnish with the toasted macadamia nuts and serve immediately.
