Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 shallots, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce; ½ cup whipping cream; ¼ cup sake; ¼ cup fresh lime juice (I thought the sauce was a little tart, so you might want to add a little less and taste as you go); 1 ½ cups fresh white breadcrumbs (I used Panko and it worked great!); 8 ounces fresh crabmeat, picked over; ⅓ cup chopped green onion; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 shallots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
½ cup whipping cream
¼ cup sake
¼ cup fresh lime juice (I thought the sauce was a little tart, so you might want to add a little less and taste as you go)
1 ½ cups fresh white breadcrumbs (I used Panko and it worked great!)
8 ounces fresh crabmeat, picked over
⅓ cup chopped green onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1
For Sauce: Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat.
2
Add shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add chili garlic sauce and stir 1 minute.
4
Add cream, sake and lime juice.
5
Simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, about 7 minutes.
6
For Crab Cakes: Mix first 4 ingredients in medium bowl.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Whisk egg and 2 tablespoons water in small bowl.
9
Stir 2 tablespoons egg mixture into crab mixture (mixture will be dry).
10
Discard remaining egg mixture.
11
Form crab mixture into four 2 1/2- to 3-inch round patties, using about 1/2 cupful for each.
12
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
13
Add crab cakes and saute until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.
14
Transfer to plates.
15
Drizzle sauce over and serve.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 shallots, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce, and more.

Yes, Crab Cakes With Creamy Chili 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 Creamy Chili Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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