Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce Recipe

Name: Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peppers packed in jar; 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies*; 1 cup Masa Harina (corn tortilla mix)**; 12 ounces crabmeat; 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 6 tablespoons mayonnaise; 6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 2 tablespoons olive oil; *Canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets throughout the country.; **Available at Latin American markets and many supermarkets.

Servings: persons

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped roasted peppers packed in jar
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies*
1 cup Masa Harina (corn tortilla mix)**
12 ounces crabmeat
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons olive oil
*Canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets throughout the country.
**Available at Latin American markets and many supermarkets.

1
Mix all ingredients in bowl.
2
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
3
Preheat oven to 350F.
4
Spread Masa Harina on heavy baking sheet.
5
Bake until lightly toasted, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
6
Cool.
7
Mix crabmeat, bell pepper, mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice and lemon peel in medium bowl.
8
Mix in 1/2 cup toasted Masa Harina.
9
Season to taste with salt.
10
Shape crab mixture into twelve 2 1/2-inch-diameter patties, using scant 1/3 cup mixture for each.
11
Place remaining Masa Harina in shallow dish.
12
Add crab cakes 1 at a time, turning to coat.
13
Transfer to baking sheet.
14
(Can be prepared 4 hours ahead.
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Cover and refrigerate.)
16
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
17
Add crab cakes in batches and cook until browned and heated through, about 2 minutes per side.
18
Transfer to plates.
19
Serve with sauce.

546

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peppers packed in jar, 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies*, and more.

Yes, Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce

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