– 1 cup cooked crab meat
– 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
– ½ cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large egg
– ¼ cup mayonnaise
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 2 green onions, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for frying
Creating these exquisite crab and shrimp cakes is straightforward. Follow these steps:
1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat and chopped shrimp.
2. Add the breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well until evenly combined.
3. Form the mixture into patties, roughly 2-3 inches in diameter. Make sure they are compact but not over-pressed.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the cakes.
5. Carefully place the crab and shrimp cakes in the skillet, leaving space between each one.
6. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side or until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until both sides are nicely browned.
7. Once cooked, transfer the cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. Repeat the process if you have more cakes to cook.
By following these simple steps, you’ll create incredibly flavorful crab and shrimp cakes that are sure to impress!