Tropical Twist: Coconut Curry Crab Cakes Recipe

Tropical Twist: Coconut Curry Crab Cakes Recipe

July 3, 2025 Written by Abigail

Today’s Culinary Adventure: Coconut Curry Crab Cakes

As we move into the summer season, I am excited to share a unique and delicious recipe that is perfect for warm evenings spent with friends and family. Today, I’ll be showing you how to prepare Coconut Curry Crab Cakes, a fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.

To start, gather the following ingredients:

  • canned crab meat (200g)
  • coconut milk (100ml)
  • breadcrumbs (50g)
  • curry powder (10g)
  • coriander (a handful, chopped)
  • egg
  • lime (juice of 1 lime)
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • vegetable oil (for frying)

For this recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • mixing bowl
  • frying pan
  • spatula
  • grater

Begin by draining the canned crab meat and placing it in a mixing bowl. Add in the coconut milk, breadcrumbs, curry powder, chopped coriander, the juice of one lime, salt, and pepper. Crack in the egg and mix everything together until well combined.

Next, heat some vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. While the oil is heating up, shape the crab mixture into small patties. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the crab cakes in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Once the crab cakes are cooked through, remove them from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

These Coconut Curry Crab Cakes are best enjoyed fresh and hot. The combination of sweet coconut milk, fragrant curry powder, and tender crab meat is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Serve them with a side of mango salsa or a refreshing cucumber salad for a complete meal.

In the end, the total weight of the cooked dish is approximately 400g, with enough servings for 3 people. Each serving weighs around 133g, with an estimated calorie count of 250 per serving.

One clever tip for this recipe is to zest some lime over the crab cake mixture before forming the patties. The added citrusy kick will elevate the flavors and make the dish even more vibrant and refreshing.

I hope you enjoy diving into this culinary adventure and experimenting with different flavor combinations to make this recipe your own. Happy cooking!

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