Healthy Crab Cakes

  • Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 3
  • Serving Size: 3.0 ounces
  • Stage: 5 Post-Op (Solid Foods)

INGREDIENTS:

  • Crab or imitation crab - 8 oz (226 grams)
  • Greek yogurt, non-fat, plain - 2 oz (57 grams)
  • Egg, whites only - 2 large (66 grams)
  • Dijon mustard - 1/2 tsp (3 grams)
  • Soy sauce, low sodium - 1/2 tsp (3 grams)
  • Parsley, fresh leaves, finely chopped - 1 tbsp (2 grams)(can replace with 1/4 tsp dried leaves)
  • Sea salt - 1/4 tsp
  • Black pepper, freshly ground - 1/4 tsp
  • Panko bread crumbs - 1/2 cup (30 grams)
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp (14 grams)
  • Lemon, juice only - 1/4 medium (12 grams or to taste)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Shred and roughly chop the crab meat (there should be no big chunks). This will help the patties stick together. Add to a big bowl.
  2. Add all other ingredients except for the olive oil and lemon juice. Mix properly.
  3. Spray a bit of non-stick oil in the palm of your hands (optional but recommended). Divide the mix into 6 portions and use your hands to form patties out of each. Make sure they are nice and tight on the edges. You can place them on a cutting board when ready.
  4. Place a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and carefully place the patties on the pan. Cook for 2 minutes on each side and then turn off the heat. If you're pan is not big enough to fit all of them you may need to do 2 rounds so divide the olive oil as necessary.
  5. Squeeze some lemon over the patties. Serve and enjoy!

*Notes: Divide equally by the listed number of servings. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add the lemon juice only when serving the patties.

NUTRITION FACTS per serving:

  • Calories 175
  • Protein 17 grams
  • Carbs 15 grams
  • Fat 5 grams
  • Fiber 0 grams
  • Sugar 2 grams
  • Iron 3% DV
  • Calcium 3% DV
  • Sodium 18% DV

DV = Daily Value, Based on diet for healthy adults

Tags: low-carb, high-protein, gastric sleeve, vsg, bariatric, diet, recipe

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*The picture is meant for illustrative purposes and may sometimes not be representative of the serving size. For a precise serving size please follow the list of ingredients carefully, using grams as the most exact measurement.