Crab cakes

Cookinero 14 Dec 2025

There are crab sticks in the fridge, you don’t know what to cook, and you’re tired of crab salad? Make crab cutlets! What could be more unusual than crab meat cutlets? You’ll be surprised how juicy and flavorful they are.

How to cook Crab cakes

Step 1

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Grate the cheese on a coarse grater

Step 2

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Grate the crab sticks on a fine grater.

Step 3

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Finely chop the garlic.

Step 4

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Place all ingredients in a deep bowl, add egg, salt and ground black pepper to taste. Mix ingredients thoroughly.

Step 5

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Form the dough into cutlets. Roll the formed cutlets on both sides in flour or breadcrumbs.

Step 6

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Preheat a frying pan with a little vegetable oil. Fry the cutlets on a moderate heat on both sides for 4-5 minutes.

Step 7

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Place the finished cutlets on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 8

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Sprinkle the cutlets with herbs. Enjoy your meal!

Crab cakes - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Absolutely! Fresh or canned crab meat can be substituted for crab sticks. Use about 1.5 cups of flaked crab meat and reduce salt slightly, as crab meat often has natural salinity.
Replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs, panko, or crushed gluten-free crackers when coating. Ensure your crab sticks (or substitute) are certified gluten-free too.
Yes! Substitute crab sticks with mashed chickpeas, hearts of palm, or shredded jackfruit for texture. Add 1/2 tsp seaweed flakes or Old Bay seasoning to mimic seafood flavor.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-12 minutes to maintain crispness—avoid microwaving, which makes them soggy.
Yes! Freeze formed patties on a parchment-lined tray until solid (2 hours), then transfer to a freezer bag. Cook directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes per side when frying.
Use crushed pork rinds, almond flour, or grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy, low-carb crust. You can also skip coating altogether for a simpler version.
Try tartar sauce, remoulade, lemon aioli, or a spicy mayo. For freshness, serve with lemon wedges or a simple side salad with citrus vinaigrette.

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