Canned Crab Meat Cakes

Canned Crab Meat Cakes
Ingredients:

* 8 ounces lump canned crab meat
* 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
* 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
* 1/2 small clove garlic, finely minced, or dash garlic powder
* 1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell pepper
* 1 egg
* 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
* 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
* 1 cup soft bread crumbs
* 1 1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
* 4 tablespoons butter

INSTRUCTIONS:
Rinse and pick over canned crab meat, discarding any pieces of shell or cartilage. Try to leave lumps as large as possible. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over low heat; slowly saute finely diced onion, celery, red pepper, and garlic until tender. Whisk egg in bowl; add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and Creole seasoning. Combine with sauteed vegetables and soft bread crumbs, mixing well. Add the canned crab meat and form into loose patties; place on waxed paper-lined plate. Refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until firm. Heat remaining 4 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-low heat. Gently place crab cakes in skillet and cook for about 5 minutes. Turn and cook for 4 to 5 minutes longer, until cooked through. The canned crab meat recipe is ready to serve with a remoulade sauce or tartar sauce. Enjoy it !

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