How to Make Caribbean Grilled Crab Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab cakes are a beloved dish all over the world, but the Caribbean has its own unique take on this delectable seafood offering. Caribbean grilled crab cakes incorporate the flavors and spices of the region, resulting in a dish that's bursting with exotic, tropical flavors.

What sets Caribbean grilled crab cakes apart from the traditional version is the use of ingredients like scotch bonnet peppers, cilantro, and lime. These additions give the dish a spicy kick and a refreshing zing t...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ pound crabmeat
  • 1 cup plain bread crumbs
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 green onions, minced
  • Hot sauce, to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 mango, peeled, pitted and diced
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Minced jalapeno, to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 crab cakes

  • Drain the crabmeat. In a large bowl, mix the crabmeat, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, egg, green onions, hot sauce, and salt and pepper until combined. Shape the mixture into 16 small cakes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine the diced mango, onion, basil, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno (if using), and salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To grill: Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate or a grill basket. Grill about 8 minutes, turning once.
  • To pan-fry: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook crab cake patties until crisp and golden brown on both sides, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Top crab cakes with mango salsa and enjoy.
  • Nutrition

    157 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 195mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 150mg