Gluten Free Crab Cakes

Crab cakes are a light, nutritious protein source with high levels of omega 3 fatty acids, B12 and selenium. It is also low in calories.

Ingredients:

• 1 egg, beaten

• 2 T dijon mustard

• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1/2 tsp hot sauce

• 1/3 cup avocado mayonnaise

• salt and pepper to taste

• 1 lb lump crabmeat

• 3/4 cups ground roasted nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)

• 2 T fresh parsley

• 1 finely chopped green onion

• Avocado oil for sauteeing

• lemon wedges for serving

• Aioli sauce (optional) for serving

Here’s How:

1. Whisk together egg and all ingredients listed before the crab meat and set aside.

2. In another bowl mix crabmeat, crushed nuts and parsley and green onion. Then mix 2 mixtures together and form patties (approximately 8-10 depending upon the size)

3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and when hot, add crab cakes and cook in batches until crispy and golden, 3-5 minutes each side.

4. Serve with lemon and aioli.