Crab Cakes With Chive Sauce Recipe

Name: Crab Cakes With Chive Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crab Cakes:; 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats; 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed; Cooking spray; Sauce:; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 6 tablespoons plain fat-free yogurt; 6 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

Servings: persons

Crab Cakes:
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed
Cooking spray
Sauce:
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
6 tablespoons plain fat-free yogurt
6 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

1
To prepare crab cakes, combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring gently just until mixture is combined and will hold a shape. Divide mixture into 30 equal portions (about 2 tablespoons each), shaping each into a 2-inch patty.
2
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add 8 patties; cook 2 minutes. Carefully turn patties over. Cook an additional 2 minutes or until golden. Place patties on a large baking sheet in a single layer. Repeat procedure with cooking spray and remaining patties. Cover patties with plastic wrap, and freeze until firm. Place in zip-top plastic bags; freeze up to 3 months.
3
Thaw cakes overnight in refrigerator.
4
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
5
Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray; place patties on baking sheet in a single layer. Bake at 400u00b0 for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
6
To prepare sauce, combine chives and remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Serve with crab cakes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crab Cakes:, 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats, 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Crab Cakes With Chive 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.

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Crab Cakes With Chive Sauce

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