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Crispy Crab Cake Rolls with Lemon Dip

These crispy crab cake rolls paired with a refreshing lemon dip are a perfect appetizer or light meal. Made with simple, fresh ingredients and baked or pan-fried for golden crispiness

  • Total Time: 40–45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 small rolls (Serves 4 as an appetizer) 1x

Ingredients

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For the Crab Cake Rolls:

400g lump or claw crab meat (fresh or canned)

1 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)

1 egg (or egg substitute)

2 green onions, finely chopped

1/4 cup bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup celery, minced

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

Olive oil (for brushing or pan-frying)

For the Lemon Dip:

1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or dill)

Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the crab mixture by combining crab meat, breadcrumbs, egg, vegetables, and spices. Mix gently.

Shape into rolls, about 3 inches long.

Chill the rolls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Cook:

Bake at 200Β°C (400Β°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, or

Pan-fry until golden on all sides.

Make the lemon dip by mixing all dip ingredients until smooth.

Serve warm with lemon dip on the side.

  • Author: Tom
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ 30 minutes chilling time recommended)
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer / Light Main Course
  • Method: Baking or Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Seafood, Coastal, Party Food

Keywords: crispy crab cake rolls, crab rolls with lemon dip, easy crab cakes, baked crab cake rolls, seafood appetizers, party-friendly crab rolls

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