Keto Garlic Butter Crab Cakes

Ingredients

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• 1 lb lump crab meat — drained

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• 1 large egg

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• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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• 2 tbsp almond flour

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• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

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• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

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• 2 cloves garlic — minced

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• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning — or paprika + garlic powder

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• 0.5 tsp onion powder

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• salt — to taste

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• black pepper — to taste

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• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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• 2 tbsp butter

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• 1 tbsp olive oil

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• lemon wedges — for serving (optional)

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Step by step

1. 1

   In a bowl, gently combine the crab meat, egg, Parmesan, almond flour, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic, seasoning, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Form the mixture into 4 thick crab cakes.

3. 3

   Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

4. 4

   Cook the crab cakes for 4– 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through.

5. 5

   Serve with extra melted garlic butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon if desired.