How to Make Crab and Noodle Cakes with Cilantro-Lime Mayonnaise - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab and Noodle Cakes with Cilantro-Lime Mayonnaise is a delightful, flavorful dish that combines the sweet and tender meat of crab with the savory taste of noodles and a zesty cilantro-lime mayonnaise. This recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends and family. The combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors make this dish a stand-out, and it is sure to become a new favorite in your cooking repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces crabmeat
  • 4 ounces uncooked linguine pasta
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fine dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon finely grated lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 crab cakes

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and cut into 1 inch pieces.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine crab, noodles, eggs, green onion, bread crumbs, cilantro, olive oil and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • On wax paper, divide mixture into 6 equal piles; form each pile into a patty. Make sure noodles are incorporated and are not sticking out.
  • In a medium skillet, heat vegetable oil and cook patties over medium heat for 3 minutes on each side until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve with cilantro-lime mayonnaise.
  • For the cilantro-lime mayonnaise, mix mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon cilantro, lime zest and lime juice in a small mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly. Chill until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    273 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 301mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 252mg