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Chilli crab cakes

Lesley Waters
by Lesley Waters
from Ready Steady Cook
Makes 4 		Quick Recipe
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Preparation time less than 30 mins Email this recipeEmail this recipe
Cooking time less than 10 mins  
Ingredients

4 tbsp breadcrumbs
¼ red chilli, chopped
4 tsp fresh coriander, chopped
3 tbsp crabmeat
1-2 tbsp plain flour
1 egg, beaten
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
lime wedges, to serve
For the dressing
1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp Tabasco sauce
1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped

Method

1. Combine the breadcrumbs, chilli, coriander, crab meat, flour, egg, seasoning and soy in a food processor. Mix until well combined.
2. Remove from the processor and shape into small patties.
3. Heat the olive oil in a small frying pan, over a medium heat, and gently fry the crab cakes for 2-3 minutes, on each side.
4. To make the dressing, combine all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, mix well, and serve with the crab cakes.