Crab Shrimp Cakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Shrimp and Crab Patties
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1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 pound shrimp, finely chopped after peeling and deveining
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2 green onions, chopped small
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1/2 pound lump crab meat, checked for shell pieces
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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Salt and pepper as needed
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1 small red bell pepper, chopped finely
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2-3 tablespoons olive oil for frying
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1/4 cup flour for coating
→ Sauce (Tartar)
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon chopped dill pickle
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Salt and pepper for taste
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
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1 tablespoon chopped capers
# Instructions:
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In a bowl big enough for mixing, gently combine crab meat, shrimp, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, onions, bell pepper, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, garlic powder, and season everything with salt and pepper.
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Make between 8 and 10 patties, keeping them around half an inch thick. Lay them out on a baking sheet with parchment and stick them in the fridge for 30 minutes or so. This helps firm them up.
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Stir mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped capers, pickle, Dijon mustard, and dill (if you want) in a small bowl. Sprinkle in a pinch of salt and pepper to suit your taste. Cover and refrigerate for later.
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Pour olive oil into a pan big enough for frying and heat it to medium-high.
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Dust the patties with flour, shaking off any extra bits. Fry them a few at a time for 3 or 4 minutes per side, just until they’re golden and cooked all the way through. Add more oil if the pan dries out between batches, and don't crowd them!
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Set your finished patties on paper towels to soak up any extra oil. Serve the hot shrimp and crab cakes with tartar sauce on the side and maybe some lemon slices. These go great with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.
# Notes:
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Chilling the patties makes sure they don’t fall apart when frying.
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Keeping space between patties in the pan helps them cook evenly.