Thai Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Thai Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-lb. white crabmeat-; 4oz. greenbeans-finely chopped; 1 green or red chile,seeded and finely chopped; 1tsp.finely chopped lemongrass; zest of one lime; 1tab.fish sauce; 1Tab.chinese chives or garlic chives; 1 egg white, lightly beaten; flour to dust; vegie oil for deep frying; lime wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

1-lb. white crabmeat-
4oz. greenbeans-finely chopped
1 green or red chile,seeded and finely chopped
1tsp.finely chopped lemongrass
zest of one lime
1tab.fish sauce
1Tab.chinese chives or garlic chives
1 egg white, lightly beaten
flour to dust
vegie oil for deep frying
lime wedges, to serve

1
Flake crabmeat and check for shell pieces.
2
Mix green beans, chile, lemongrass, lime zest, fish sauce and chives
3
Add egg white, stirring to bind. Dust hands and shape into 20 small balls. Flatten slightly and place on plate and chill for 1 hour.
4
Heat oil to 325degrees
5
Dust cakes with flour and fry. Place on lined plate, serve warm with lime wedges.
6
Can be assembled covered and chill up to day ahead. The flavors will deepen. Return to room temp before frying!

116

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-lb. white crabmeat-, 4oz. greenbeans-finely chopped, 1 green or red chile,seeded and finely chopped, 1tsp.finely chopped lemongrass, and more.

Yes, Thai 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.

Thai Crab Cakes

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