Best Poor Mans Crab Bake Recipes

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ZUCCHINI CAKES "CRAB CAKES" FOR THE POOR MAN'S BUDGET



Zucchini Cakes

I was looking for another way to use the surplus of zucchini from our garden, when I came across this recipe. I was surprised at how much they actually taste like crab cakes. Even my husband, who doesn't like zucchini, raved about this dish!

Provided by cgodshall

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4 cakes, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups zucchini (peeled and grated)
1 cup breadcrumbs (seasoned or plain)
1/4 cup yellow onions or 1/4 cup red onion, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
fresh ground pepper, to taste
canola oil or olive oil, for frying
cayenne pepper (optional, for a little extra spice)

Steps:

  • Spread grated zucchini on a kitchen towel and roll up. Twist towel to wring out as much liquid as possible. If you fail to do this, your cakes will be too wet.
  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini and butter. Stir in bread crumbs, onion, Old Bay, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.
  • Coat your hands in oil, and shape mixture into patties. Coat each patty in flour. In skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Fry patties until golden brown on both sides. (About 3-5 min per side).

POOR MAN'S CRAB CAKES



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Economical way to make tasty crab cakes. Use whatever cheese you have on hand or enjoy to make these.

Provided by moms diner

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Fish Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cold baked potatoes
½ cup butter
½ cup chopped bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup diced celery
½ cup milk
1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked and chopped
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
1 pinch salt to taste
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Split and mash the potatoes in a mixing bowl; set aside. The potato skins may be left on if desired.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir the bell pepper, onion, and celery in the melted butter until they begin to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir the milk into the mixture; pour the mixture over the mashed potatoes and stir to combine. The consistency should not be too runny. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Add the crabmeat, Cheddar cheese, and dill to the potato mixture; season with salt. Lightly mix. Pour the beaten eggs into the mixture and stir to combine. If the mixture is too thin, bread crumbs or flour can be added to make more firm. Form the mixture into 24 small patties.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the patties in small batches in the skillet until completely browned and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Do not flip until bottom is fully browned and crisp; this ensures the patties will not break. Transfer to a baking dish in the oven to keep hot until all are cooked. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 855.3 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

POOR MAN'S CRAB CAKES



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These are wonderful to have on hand for game days or when you have unexpected guests. They freeze wonderfully and the recipe is easy to double. If you can't find the Old English, Kahuna sharp cheese spread can be substituted.

Provided by Donata Natalino @deeleareus

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 - english muffins, split and toasted
12 ounce(s) imitation crabmeat, chopped
5 ounce(s) jar kraft old english cheese spread
1 stick(s) salted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
1 teaspoon(s) old bay seasoning
2 tablespoon(s) mayonnaise
1 tablespoon(s) parsley flakes
3 dash(es) frank's red hot, or preferred pepper sauce
2 tablespoon(s) roasted red peppers, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine softened butter, cheese spread and mayonnaise until well blended and smooth.
  • Add seasonings,imitation crab and roasted peppers mix well.
  • Spread on toasted muffins and bake in a 350 oven until browned.

POOR MAN'S CRAB CAKES



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This is a good recipe for those allergic to seafood like my husband is when our family loves seafood, but also a good way to get some veggie's in and you really can't tell too much that it isn't crab meat.

Provided by tiffani ross @tiffani29

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cup(s) zucchini, grated
1 cup(s) soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon(s) old bay seasoning
1 tablespoon(s) mayonnaise
2 - eggs

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and form into patties.
  • Coat in the bread crumbs and fry.

POOR MAN'S CRAB BAKE



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Make and share this Poor Man's Crab Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pines506

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb frozen cod fish fillet, thawed and drained (not breaded)
2/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup crushed herb seasoned stuffing mix
6 ounces frozen crabmeat, thawed drained (pick over well)
4 ounces mushroom stems and pieces, drain
1 egg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup crushed herb seasoned stuffing mix
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • In ungreased baking dish, place cod fillets.
  • In medium bowl, mix together all crab mixture ingredients.
  • Sprinkle crab mixture over cod.
  • In same bowl, combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over crab mixture.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until heated through and fish flakes with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 39, SaturatedFat 23.7, Cholesterol 231.6, Sodium 738, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 30.5

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