Follow these steps for perfect results
radicchio
diced
carrot
diced
red pepper
diced
yellow pepper
diced
green pepper
diced
endive
diced
cilantro
minced
parsley
minced
Panko bread crumbs
fine
egg yolk
Dijon mustard
limes
juiced
fresh ginger
safflower oil
jumbo lump crab meat
celery
stems
red curry paste
lemon
juiced
shallot
Dice radicchio, carrot, red pepper, yellow pepper, green pepper, and endive.
Combine the diced vegetables with minced cilantro and parsley in a large mixing bowl.
Pulse one cup of Panko bread crumbs in a food processor until very fine.
Set the finely processed Panko bread crumbs aside.
Add the remaining cup of Panko bread crumbs to the vegetable mixture.
In a mixer, combine egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lime juice (from 3 limes), and ginger.
Turn the mixer on high and slowly incorporate the safflower oil or vegetable oil.
Emulsify the mixture until it reaches a mayonnaise-like consistency.
Add the emulsified mixture to the vegetable mixture.
Carefully pick through the jumbo lump crab meat, checking for any shells.
Add the crab meat to the vegetable mixture.
Gently mix all ingredients, being careful to preserve the shape of the crab meat.
Form 3-ounce crab cakes from the mixture.
Coat each crab cake in the finely processed bread crumbs.
Set the crab cakes aside until ready to sauté.
In a blender, combine red curry paste, lemon juice, and shallot.
Turn the blender on high and slowly add oil until emulsified.
Place the vinaigrette in a squirt bottle for plating.
In a sauté pan, sauté the crab cakes (two per person) until browned on one side.
Flip the crab cakes and place the sauté pan in a 375 degree oven for 5 minutes.
On each plate, create a design with the Thai vinaigrette.
Place the cooked crab cakes on top of the vinaigrette design.
Garnish with celery stems and serve.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Crab cakes can be formed ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Elegant, with a vibrant vinaigrette drizzle.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with a lemon wedge.
Crisp and citrusy, complements the vinaigrette.
Clean and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion dish blending Thai flavors with American seafood traditions.
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