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Crab Cake Sauce Recipe

Irresistible Crab Cake Sauce Recipe for Seafood Lovers

Elevate your crab cakes with this easy Crab Cake Sauce Recipe—creamy, quick, and versatile!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup mayonnaise the rich base that provides creaminess and texture
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar adds tangy acidity
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup introduces sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice brings brightness
  • 2 tablespoons capers adds briny depth
  • 1 teaspoon honey balances acidity
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder contributes savory depth
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder lends subtle sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika offers mild heat and color
  • to taste teaspoon coarse kosher salt enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Chill the sauce in an airtight container for at least 1 hour.
  4. Serve as a dipping sauce for crab cakes, shrimp, or fish tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust seasonings to taste. This sauce is versatile, perfect for various seafood dishes.

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