Maryland Crab Cakes
This recipe is a twist on an old favorite.
It is a “Heart Healthy” recipe that is as
delicious as it is good for you.
MAKES: 6 servings
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Ingredients:
* 1lb. fresh backfin crabmeat, cartilages removed
* 10 reduced-sodium crackers (2”each), crushed to equal 1/2c crumbs
* 1 rib celery, finely chopped
* 1 green onion, finely chopped
* 1/4c cholesterol-free egg substitute
* 3Tbsp fat-free tartar sauce
* 1tsp seafood seasoning
* Nonstick cooking spray
* 2tsp vegetable oil
Directions:
1. Combine crabmeat, cracker crumbs, celery
and onion in medium bowl; set aside.
2. Mix egg substitute, tartar sauce and
seafood seasoning in a small bowl; pour
over crabmeat mixture. Gently mix so
large lumps will not be broken. Shape
into 6 (3/4-inch) patties. Cover;
refrigerate 30 minutes.
3. Spray large skillet with cooking spray.
Add oil; heat over medium-high heat.
4. Place crab cakes in skillet; cook 3 to 4
minutes on each side or until cakes are
lightly browned.
Garnish with lemon wedges or slices, if
desired.
Nutrients:
1 crab cake w/o garnish):
Calories 127 (27% of calories from fat),
Total Fat 4g,
Saturated Fat 0g,
Protein 14g,
Cholesterol 44mg,
Sodium 282mg,
Carbohydrates 8g,
Dietary Fiber 0g
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