Spicy Crab Cakes with Shrimp

Elevate your seafood dinner game with these irresistible Spicy Crab Cakes with Shrimp—crispy, golden patties packed with tender crab meat, juicy shrimp, and a bold kick of seasoning. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh ingredients like green onion, parsley, and a splash of lemon juice with the perfect hint of heat from cayenne pepper and hot sauce, creating a flavor profile that’s both zesty and satisfying. Whether you serve them as a main course or an impressive appetizer, these crab cakes deliver restaurant-quality results in just 30 minutes. Perfectly pan-fried to crunchy perfection, they pair beautifully with tartar sauce, garlic aioli, or a refreshing squeeze of lemon, making them a crowd-pleasing addition to any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Crab meat (lump or claw, drained and picked over for shells)
• 4 ounces Raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, and finely chopped)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 piece Egg (large)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (e.g., sriracha or your favorite brand)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, and breadcrumbs. Gently mix to combine without breaking up the crab meat too much.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, parsley, green onion, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the wet mixture into the crab and shrimp mixture. Use a spatula or your hands to lightly mix until the ingredients are just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into 8 small patties (about 2 inches wide) or 4 larger patties, depending on your preference. Place the patties onto a plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.

Step 6

Cook the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, aioli, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(672.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1604.0

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 547.5mg	0%
Sodium 4497.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.5g
Protein 85.2g	0%

Vitamin D 213.4IU	0%
Calcium 355.0mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1182.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 24.4%