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Mini Crawfish Cakes with Red Pepper Remoulade

Mini Crawfish Cakes with Red Pepper Remoulade
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Mini Crawfish Cakes with Red Pepper Remoulade are a delicious fusion of flavors that bring the vibrant tastes of Louisiana to your kitchen. These crispy cakes are made with tender crawfish tails, fresh vegetables, and a medley of spices, making them an irresistible option for parties or family dinners. The creamy red pepper remoulade adds a tangy twist that perfectly complements each bite, elevating this dish to a crowd-pleasing favorite. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course, these mini cakes are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Creole mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (16-oz) package crawfish tails, chopped (or shrimp/crab)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ⅔ cup cornmeal
  • 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 roasted red bell pepper, minced
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (4–6 minutes). Add bell peppers and cook until softened (6–8 minutes). Stir in garlic for another minute; remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk lemon juice, mayonnaise, mustard, eggs, salt, chives, crushed red pepper, and black pepper together. Fold in cooled vegetables, crawfish tails, panko breadcrumbs, cornmeal, and melted butter until combined. Form into 1-ounce balls and flatten.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry cakes in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  4. For the remoulade: Blend roasted red bell pepper with sour cream and olive oil in a food processor until smooth.

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