Crab Cake Bowls with Remoulade
Crab cakes take a bit more care than most of my other proteins, but keeping the binder light lets the crab flavor stay in front instead of tasting like a breadcrumb patty. A quick remoulade on the side gives them the same finish they'd get at a seafood restaurant.
Using just enough panko and egg to hold the patties together is what keeps the crab flavor from getting buried under filler. Searing them in a hot pan gives a golden crust without needing to deep fry anything.
Remoulade is simple to throw together from mayo and a few seasonings, but it makes a real difference drizzled over the top instead of serving the crab cakes plain. Corn and rice underneath round out the plate.
The recipe card has the full ingredient breakdown and cook time for all ten portions. Let the crab cakes cool before dividing everything into containers, then refrigerate what you'll eat within four days. Reheat gently in a pan to avoid drying them out.
Nutrition note: This is general food information, not individualized medical or nutrition advice.
Crab Cake Bowls with Remoulade
YIELD
10 portions
ESTIMATED NUTRITION
505 calories • 41g protein • 56g carbs • 11g fat per portion
What I really like about this recipe is that keeping the filler light lets the crab flavor actually come through.
Ingredients
• 3 3/4 lb lump crab meat
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 3 tbsp light mayonnaise
• 7 1/2 cups cooked rice
• 2 cups corn
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
Directions
1. Mix crab meat, panko, egg, 1 tbsp of the mayo, and Old Bay; form into patties.
2. Pan-sear in olive oil, 3–4 minutes per side, until golden.
3. Whisk the remaining mayo with a little extra Old Bay and lemon for remoulade.
4. Let the food cool briefly, then divide it evenly among 10 airtight meal-prep containers with rice and corn. Add remoulade just before eating.
Meal-prep notes: Refrigerate promptly and use refrigerated portions within 3–4 days; freeze any portions you will not eat in that window. Reheat gently to keep the crab cakes from drying out. Nutrition is estimated per portion.
