Cajun Style Crab Cakes Recipe

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   In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except the crab meat and mix well.

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   Add in the crab and continue mixing gently, trying not to break the crab meat up too badly.

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   Cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for about one hour.

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   In a large heavy skillet heat about 1/4 inch of extra virgin olive oil over moderate heat.

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   Make a half dollar sized patty of the rab mix approximately 1/2 inch thick and coat it proportionately on all sides with the bread crumbs.

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   Saute/fry on both sides till golden, being careful not to let it burn.

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   Remove and set aside on paper towels.

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   Continue till all the crab mix is used.

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   Makes approximately 36 cakes.

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    Serve warm or possibly cool with warm sauce, lemon wedges, tartar sauce or possibly red cocktail sauce.

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    NOTES : If using as a main course this will serve about 6 people with 2 large cakes per serving.

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    I prefer to eat these cool as appetizers.

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    I use a habanero type warm sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.