Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 unit

radicchio

diced

0.5 unit

carrot

diced

0.5 unit

red pepper

diced

0.5 unit

yellow pepper

diced

0.5 unit

green pepper

diced

0.5 unit

endive

diced

1 tbsp

cilantro

minced

1 tbsp

parsley

minced

2 cup

Panko bread crumbs

fine

1 unit

egg yolk

1 tsp

Dijon mustard

3 unit

limes

juiced

2 unit

fresh ginger

1.5 cup

safflower oil

1 unit

jumbo lump crab meat

2 piece

celery

stems

1 tbsp

red curry paste

0.5 unit

lemon

juiced

1 unit

shallot

Step 1
~2 min

Dice radicchio, carrot, red pepper, yellow pepper, green pepper, and endive.

Step 2
~2 min

Combine the diced vegetables with minced cilantro and parsley in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Pulse one cup of Panko bread crumbs in a food processor until very fine.

Step 4
~2 min

Set the finely processed Panko bread crumbs aside.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the remaining cup of Panko bread crumbs to the vegetable mixture.

Step 6
~2 min

In a mixer, combine egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lime juice (from 3 limes), and ginger.

Step 7
~2 min

Turn the mixer on high and slowly incorporate the safflower oil or vegetable oil.

Step 8
~2 min

Emulsify the mixture until it reaches a mayonnaise-like consistency.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the emulsified mixture to the vegetable mixture.

Step 10
~2 min

Carefully pick through the jumbo lump crab meat, checking for any shells.

Step 11
~2 min

Add the crab meat to the vegetable mixture.

Step 12
~2 min

Gently mix all ingredients, being careful to preserve the shape of the crab meat.

Step 13
~2 min

Form 3-ounce crab cakes from the mixture.

Step 14
~2 min

Coat each crab cake in the finely processed bread crumbs.

Step 15
~2 min

Set the crab cakes aside until ready to sauté.

Step 16
~2 min

In a blender, combine red curry paste, lemon juice, and shallot.

Step 17
~2 min

Turn the blender on high and slowly add oil until emulsified.

Step 18
~2 min

Place the vinaigrette in a squirt bottle for plating.

Step 19
~2 min

In a sauté pan, sauté the crab cakes (two per person) until browned on one side.

Step 20
~2 min

Flip the crab cakes and place the sauté pan in a 375 degree oven for 5 minutes.

Step 21
~2 min

On each plate, create a design with the Thai vinaigrette.

Step 22
~2 min

Place the cooked crab cakes on top of the vinaigrette design.

Step 23
~2 min

Garnish with celery stems and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Be gentle when mixing the crab meat to avoid breaking it up too much.

Make sure the sauté pan is hot before adding the crab cakes to achieve a good sear.

Adjust the amount of red curry paste in the vinaigrette to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Crab cakes can be formed ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a lemon wedge.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Asparagus
Steamed rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia (Vinaigrette), Eastern United States (Crab Cakes)

Cultural Significance

Fusion dish blending Thai flavors with American seafood traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday appetizers
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday
Summer gathering

Popularity Score

75/100