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Crab Cake Balls Appetizer

Irresistible Crab Cake Balls Appetizer Everyone Will Love

Delight your guests with these flavorful Crab Cake Balls Appetizers, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 large Egg No egg alternative recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Chives Green onions work well as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used for a different taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seafood Seasoning Feel free to swap with any seafood blend or Cajun seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a different citrus note.
  • 1 cup Lump Crabmeat Substitute with canned crabmeat or cooked shrimp.
For Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used, but panko gives a better texture.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Crab Cake Balls
  1. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, egg, chives, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix until everything is well blended and smooth, around 2 minutes should do it.
  2. Gently fold in crabmeat and panko breadcrumbs until fully incorporated, taking care not to break the crab pieces.
  3. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter. Make sure they’re firm and compact.
  4. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the balls on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve hot or cold with your creamy garlic dipping sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill thoroughly to maintain the shape of the crab cake balls during baking. Baking until golden brown ensures a crispy exterior.

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