Florida Crab Cakes with Avocado Butter Recipe

Name: Florida Crab Cakes with Avocado Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh lump crab meat; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped scallion; 1 1/2 tablespoons grainy mustard; Dash Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 Scotch bonnet, jalapeno or Serrano pepper, seeded and minced; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs; 2 limes; Freshly ground black pepper and salt (optional) to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and cut into chunks; 24 thin slices French baguette, toasted

Servings: persons

1 pound fresh lump crab meat
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped scallion
1 1/2 tablespoons grainy mustard
Dash Worcestershire sauce
1/2 Scotch bonnet, jalapeno or Serrano pepper, seeded and minced
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 limes
Freshly ground black pepper and salt (optional) to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large ripe avocado, pitted and cut into chunks
24 thin slices French baguette, toasted

1
Pick over the crab meat and gently combine in bowl with egg, parsley, scallion, mustard, Worcestershire, hot pepper, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, juice of one lime, pepper and salt.
2
Shape into 24 small patties and saute in hot oil in nonstick skillet until brown on both sides.
3
Handle and turn gently so that crab cakes do not fall apart.
4
Cakes will cook in two or three minutes.
5
In food processor, process avocado and 2 tablespoons lime juice until smooth.
6
Add salt and pepper, to taste.
7
When crab cakes are cooked, arrange on toast; top with a large dab of avocado butter 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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh lump crab meat, 1 egg, beaten, 2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped scallion, and more.

Yes, Florida Crab Cakes with Avocado Butter 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Florida Crab Cakes with Avocado Butter

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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