WILD RICE CRAB CAKES

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This recipe originated from Cooking Light. It is easy and delicious, one of my friends even features this on her Personal Chef menu!

Provided by Cyn2938

Categories     Crab

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup wild rice, uncooked
1 lb crabmeat (imitation works fine)
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced shallot
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 egg whites, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in medium saucepan.
  • Add wild rice; cover, reduce heat and simmer 1 hour or until tender.
  • Combine cooked rice with remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping into a 1 inch thick patty.
  • Heat several teaspoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add patties (they may not all fit) and cook 4 minutes on each side, or until golden.

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