Cilantro Lime Crab Cakes

Cilantro Lime Crab Cakes - A Delicious Seafood Delight
Cilantro Lime Crab Cakes are a perfect blend of fresh crab meat, zesty lime, and aromatic cilantro. This dish is a perfect appetizer for seafood lovers and is sure to impress your guests. The recipe is easy to follow and can be prepared in just a few simple steps.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 pound of fresh crab meat
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup of chopped red onion
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1 teaspoon of lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Cooking Tips:

- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Be gentle when mixing the ingredients to avoid breaking up the crab meat.
- Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes before forming into patties to help them hold their shape.

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, cilantro, red onion, egg, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3. Form the mixture into 8 patties.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve hot with a side of lime wedges and cilantro sprigs.
Appearance and Taste:
Cilantro Lime Crab Cakes are golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender and flavorful crab meat filling. The zesty lime and aromatic cilantro add a refreshing and bright flavor to the dish. These crab cakes are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests.
Type of Dish: Seafood Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Crab Meat, Cilantro, Lime