Crabs are in season right now, so it is a great time to make a trip to your local fishmonger. This crab cakes recipe is a great way to make use of those fresh crabs, and it couldn’t be any simpler. The freshly picked crab claw meat is combined with fluffy mashed potato, and flavoured with fresh herbs and the zest and juice of one lemon.
Follow my crab cakes recipe for the perfect seasonal, spring dish!
Ingredients:
– 300g crab claws, cooked and shelled
– 300g mashed potato
– Juice and zest of 1 lemon
– Chives, chopped
– Dill, chopped
– 1 egg
– Flour
Method:
1. In a bowl combine all the ingredients bar the egg and flour, mix really well and make patties.
2. Beat the egg in a shallow plate and dip each patty in the egg then in the flour.
3. Heat some oil in a pan and cook till brown.
4. Serve with a lovely green salad and enjoy!
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