08/17/2010

Caribbean Grilled Crab Cakes

cilantro , Crab , Mango , Onion. Basil

Ingredients

For Crab Cakes:

3/4 pound crabmeat 1 cup plain bread crumbs 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 egg, beaten 2 green onions, minced Hot sauce, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

For Mango Salsa:

1 mango, peeled, pitted and diced 1 red onion, diced 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 lime, juiced Minced jalapeno, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Servings: 6 – 8 Prep Time: 20 Minutes + Refrigeration Cook Time: 10 Minutes Do you like crab cakes? You will love these grilled crab cakes. The mango salsa adds a real island flair.

Directions

Drain the crabmeat. In a large bowl, mix the crabmeat, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, egg, green onions, hot sauce, and salt and pepper until combined. Shape the mixture into 16 small cakes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine the diced mango, onion, basil, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno (if using), and salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Grill the crab cakes until well browned on each side and cooked through. Top with salsa.

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