Crab/Clam Cake Sliders With Easy Lemon Aioli |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From a local publication. This time around I tested 'Fully Loaded Baked Potato' flavored Kettle Chips. Mmm. Dive into a collection of toppings straight from the baked potato bar - tangy sour cream, fresh green onion, rich cheddar cheese - and an all-natural smoky flavor. Ingredients:
3/4 cup mayonnaise, divided (i used an olive-oil based mayonnaise) |
1 lemon, juice and zest of |
1 garlic clove, finely minced |
1 teaspoon dijon mustard |
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (replaced 1/4 teaspoon crushed dried thyme or you can use fresh parsley) |
1 lb lump crabmeat (confession ( cheated and used 4 cans of snow's minced clams, drained) |
1 cup crushed kettle-cooked potato chip (read intro) |
2 -3 tablespoons yellow onions, finely minced (optional, my addition) |
1/4-1/3 cup minced celery (include some leaves) |
2 teaspoons old bay seasoning (see old bay seasoning #2, this can be omitted read my *note below.) |
2 eggs |
10 slider buns |
lettuce (optional) |
Directions:
1. *NOTE: Depending on the flavor of the potato chips you choose, the Old Bay Seasoning can be omitted. For example, the first time I tried this recipe I tested 'Fully Loaded' Kettle Chips and I wanted those flavors highlighted. Also, if desired the cakes can be pan fried in either a little bit of oil or a combination of oil and butter.
2. Preheat oven to 350ยบ F.
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together *1/2 cup* of the mayonnaise, the lemon zest and juice, garlic, Dijon mustard and parsley. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat (canned or fresh), potato chips, celery, Old Bay seasoning, the remaining 1/4 cup of the mayonnaise, and the eggs. Cover bowl and refrigerate mixture for at least 30 minutes. Tip: Chilling is important because it firms up the mixture and makes it much easier to shape into patties.
6. Mix well, then form into 10 patties, each about 2 1/2 inches across and 1/2 inch thick. Arrange the patties on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake the crab cakes for approximately 25 minutes rotating the pan as needed for even browning. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
8. Serve the crab cakes on buns with the aioli condiment. Add lettuce, if desired.
9. Reminder: Cooking time shown above is for pan frying.
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