So I looked in the fridge to see what ingredients I already had and what vegetables I might need. Simple. All I need is the fresh crab meat and some asparagus. So it was decided, the man of the house would grill the veggies while I made the patties and sauce.
Grilled veggies with Crab cakes it is.
I love to garnish and give some very profound flavor into my crab cakes. Here is what I typically put:
- Crab Meat - claw or white meat - the claw meat is actually tastier. My preference.
- Garlic
- Onions
- Celery
- green bell peppers
- red peppers
- sometimes I like to put corn kernels
- Soy sauce, a hint of Worcestershire sauce, mustard (dry mustard)
- Old Bay seasoning
- eggs and mayo
- Pepper and salt to taste
- fresh bread crumbs
The Sauce:
- Mayo
- Pickles (at least 4 slices) to give it texture
- a hint of ketchup
- dill weed
- old bay
- Onion
- mustard
the secret on this one is to add at least two table spoons of the pickle juice. Not too much. The OldBay and the dill add an extra hint of spiciness but it is light as to not harm your taste buds. Actually this sauce goes so delicious with the veggies.
You can season the vegetables with some Mrs Dash garlic herbs or simply add salt and pepper. Before placing into the grill make sure to rub some Olive oil and mix well. You can wrap into aluminum foil or use a pan. Your selection.
Healthy meals and everyone will enjoy it!!!
It is very easy to make and very delicious at the end. I have noticed that when I go to restaurants and I order crab cakes, they lack texture, taste, and what's even worse is that those patties have been pre-made the night before or are frozen. I have tried in multiple places and various restaurants, but none come as close as to my own individual taste.
In any case, only twice I have suffered stomach pains after eating crab cakes else where. Not naming places because I strongly believe they can and will do better. And of course it is simply not fair to their chefs and or staff. So, in all, if I want to delight myself with a delicious meal I cook at home and save the $50 per person. Typically, I can get away with making a luxurious dinner with less than that and can repeat if so desired;-)
It is very easy to make and very delicious at the end. I have noticed that when I go to restaurants and I order crab cakes, they lack texture, taste, and what's even worse is that those patties have been pre-made the night before or are frozen. I have tried in multiple places and various restaurants, but none come as close as to my own individual taste.
In any case, only twice I have suffered stomach pains after eating crab cakes else where. Not naming places because I strongly believe they can and will do better. And of course it is simply not fair to their chefs and or staff. So, in all, if I want to delight myself with a delicious meal I cook at home and save the $50 per person. Typically, I can get away with making a luxurious dinner with less than that and can repeat if so desired;-)
Bon apetit! If you have a recipe that you want me to try, please share:)
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