The Crab Cake Guy

Snow Crab Cakes
courtesy Chives Canadian Bistro, Halifax, Nova Scotia
http://www.chives.ca

Ingredients:
1 lb broken snow crab legs
1 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/2 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup minced celery
1/4 cup minced red pepper
1/4 cup chopped chives
2 ea egg yolks
2 tbsp butter
1/8 tsp hot sauce
1 tsp worcestshire
Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions

1. Sweat vegetables in butter until tender. (cool)

2. Combine crab, crumbs, vegetables, egg yolks and seasonings.

3. Mould in to desired shapes.

4. Dredge in seasoned flour, egg wash and dehydrated potato flakes.

5. Deep fry until golden brown.

Notes:
Best served with Darren’s sour cream and pickled red onions. Chives Canadian Bistro brings an extraordinary casual dining experience has set new standards for restaurants in the community. Whether guests are gathering with a group of co-workers, celebrating an anniversary, or grabbing a quick bite to eat before the theatre, Chives has delivered meals and service above all expectations.

Additional Resources:
I Love Crab Cakes! 50 Recipes for an American Classic by Tom Douglas and Shelley Lance
The Crab Cake Guy’s Recipes
The Crab Lover’s Book: Recipes & More by Mary Ethelyn Orso
Ocean Friendly Cuisine: Sustainable Seafood Recipes From The World’s Finest Chefs by James O. Fraioli and Cousteau