Southern Bourbon Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

A Southern American twist on classic crab cakes, infused with the rich flavors of bourbon, served with a creamy remoulade sauce and crispy fried onions. This recipe is perfect for a summer evening or special occasion.

🛒 Ingredients

• 8 oz fl oz jumbo lump blue crab
• 1 cup cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup cup minced celery
• 2 tbsp tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp tsp hot sauce
• 1 egg egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tbsp tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup cup grated cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp tbsp bourbon
• 1/4 cup cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp tsp black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Gently combine crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced celery, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and a dash of black pepper.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the egg, chopped parsley, grated cheddar cheese, and bourbon to the crab mixture, gently folding to combine.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add the flour mixture to the crab mixture, gently folding until just combined.

5. 5

   Step 5: Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8 equal portions.

6. 6

   Step 6: Place the portions onto a plate or tray, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7: Heat about 1/4-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.

8. 8

   Step 8: Carefully place the crab cakes into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet.

9. 9

   Step 9: Fry the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

10. 10

    Step 10: Remove the crab cakes from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

💡 Pro Tips

To prevent the crab cakes from breaking apart, be gentle when folding the ingredients together. Also, make sure to not overfry the crab cakes, as this will cause them to dry out. Serve immediately with remoulade sauce for the best flavor.

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