Imitation Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Imitation Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 green onions, chopped; 2 (8 ounce) packages imitation crabmeat, chopped and flaked; 1 -2 egg; 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1 lemon, juice of; salt; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
6 green onions, chopped
2 (8 ounce) packages imitation crabmeat, chopped and flaked
1 -2 egg
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 lemon, juice of
salt
ground black pepper

1
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2
Saute green onions briefly until tender.
3
Combine crabmeat, sauteed green onions, egg, mayonnaise, dry mustard, crushed crackers, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, lemon, salt and pepper with your hands. Work the ingredients together so they start to stick together.
4
Form into 1/2 inch thick patties.
5
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in the non-stick skillet over medium-medium high heat. * works really well on a flat griddle.
6
Cook cakes until nicely browned on each side.
7
Drain briefly on paper towels and serve hot.

312

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 6 green onions, chopped, 2 (8 ounce) packages imitation crabmeat, chopped and flaked, 1 -2 egg, and more.

Yes, Imitation Crab Cakes 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!

Imitation Crab Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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