Crabcakes from Brigitte Recipe

Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup scallions tops,chopped
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp non-fat yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemonjuice
  • 1 tbsp fat-free majonnaise
  • 1 tsp Worshestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dry mustard
  • 1 lb lump crab meat
  • 1 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, fresh


  • Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, combine the scallions, parsley, yogurt lemon juice, majonnaise, worshestershire, paprika, pepper and mustard.
    2. Remove any shell or cartilage from the crab.
    3. Add the crab and 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs to the bowl.
    4. Lightly toss with two forks or hands to coat the crab, being careful not to break the pieces.
    5. Form 8 patties; coat them with the reminding bread crumbs, pressing the crumbs in place.
    6. Place on a plate lined with waxed paper.
    7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or more.
    8. Coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
    9. Place the patties on the sheet and bake at 350 F until cakes are golden, about 10-15 min.