Spicy Crab Cakes

Spicy Crab Cakes
  • Author: Romy Gill

This delightful crab and beetroot patty recipe brings together a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Red Kashmiri chilli powder, garam masala, and aromatic spices join forces with tender white crab meat, grated ginger, and zesty garlic to create a satisfying bite. The colorful addition of grated beetroot adds a hint of sweetness while the crispy exterior, made from a combination of coconut, poppy seeds, and flour, delivers a delightful crunch with every mouthful. Enjoy these flavorful patties as a delicious appetizer or light meal, perfectly paired with a refreshing side salad.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 340g/12oz tinned white crab
  • 1 tsp red Kashmiri chilli powder
  • 2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp grated garlic
  • 1 tsp grated fresh root ginger
  • 1 red onion
  • 4 tsp chopped fresh coriander
  • 50g/1¾oz grated beetroot
  • 4 tsp plain flour
  • 4 tsp desiccated coconut
  • 4 tsp white poppy seeds
  • , to taste salt
  • 4 tsp rapeseed oil
  • , to serve salad

Instructions

  • Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl, except the oil and salad. Make small patties with the mixture using your hands.
  • Add the rapeseed oil to a non-stick pan.
  • Shallow fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side. You may have to cook them in batches.
  • Remove the patties from the pan and transfer them to a plate lined with kitchen paper to drain any excess oil. Serve with salad.

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Cook Time

10M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 2-4