Junior League - Crab Cakes With Avocado Sauce

Name: Junior League - Crab Cakes With Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crab Cakes; 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped; 4 scallions, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 16 ounces crab meat; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 6 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 1/2 cups bread, crumbs; Avocado Sauce; 1 medium ripe avocado, chopped; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

Crab Cakes
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
4 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
16 ounces crab meat
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups bread, crumbs
Avocado Sauce
1 medium ripe avocado, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

1
For the Avocado Sauce, combine the avocado, sour cream, cilantro, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth. Chill, covered, until serving time.
2
For the crab cakes, reserve half the bell peppers and half the scallions for the garnish. Combine the remaining bell peppers, remaining scallions, cilantro, crab meat, salt, pepper, thyme and Tabasco sauce in a bowl and mix gently. Stir in the mayonnaise. Add the bread crumbs and toss lightly.
3
Shape the mixture into 3 inch patties. Handle the mixture gently, as it should barely adhere. Saute the crab cakes in a nonstick skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown on both sides.
4
Puddle some of the Avocado Sauce in the center of each serving plate. Arrange 1 crab cake on each plate. Sprinkle with the reserved bell peppers and reserved scallions. Serve immediately.

245

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crab Cakes, 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped, 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped, 1 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Junior League - Crab Cakes With Avocado 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!