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Artichoke "Crab" Cakes

A vegan take on delicious, crispy crab cakes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • artichoke crab cakes
  • • 1 cup almond flour
  • • Two cans organic artichoke hearts rinsed and drained well
  • • 3 to 4 scallions finely chopped plus more for garnish
  • • 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • • 1/4 cup corn kernels
  • • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • • Olive oil or coconut oil for frying
  • Garlic aoli
  • • Garlic
  • • Lemon juice
  • • Vegan mayonnaise
  • • Black pepper
  • • Sea salt

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the aoli ingredients. Chill until ready to use.
  • Place the artichoke hearts in a food processor and pulse 6 to 7 times, until broken up but still chunky. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the scallions, red bell pepper, corn kernels, Old Bay, garlic powder, dried parsley, vegan mayonnaise, and salt and pepper. Stir in the flour.
  • Use a ¼-cup (60 ml) measuring cup to scoop out the artichoke mixture. Using your hands, shape patties and place on a plate.
  • Set a large frying pan, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Pour in enough oil to coat the bottom and heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Line a plate with paper towels.
  • Place 3 to 4 patties in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until crisp and browned all over.
  • Place on the plate with more paper towels on top to absorb the excess oil. Repeat with the remaining patties, adding more oil as necessary, until all are cooked.
  • Serve topped with the aoli and remaining scallions.

Notes

If you do not wish to fry the fritters, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, and lightly spray with olive oil. Spread the patties on the prepared sheet and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until firm and golden, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking.