Lobster Cakes

Lobster Cakes 

 

This recipe was given to me by my brother-in-law George who is a cordon blue chef as well as a Michelin Star Chef too. about by accident. He knew I loved Crab cakes, so he came up with a recipe that replaced the crab meat with Lobster meat to satisfy my craving for lobster.  The first time he made them for me he served them with his homemade Cole Slaw and cornbread. And I was absolutely in heaven. When he gave me the recipe it was like Christmas in July because July is surely Lobster season.  So let's make some Lobster Cakes.

Ingredients

2 pounds of lobster meat

1/2 cup mayo

2 eggs

1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs, I use Italian breadcrumbs or Sourdough.

1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce,  

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 handful chopped fresh parsley.

a few grinds of fresh white pepper

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Put the lobster meat into a bowl. Pick out any shells and break up the meat with your hands. Keep some chunks intact (no larger than 3/4 inch or so) Add all of the other ingredients except butter and oil. Mix gently with hands, Shape into large patties, squeezing with hands so they hold a shape but not working the patties too much. Refrigerate overnight or at least an hour after making patties to let the flavors begin to mix together before cooking.

In a large pan sauté, all of them at once with butter and oil for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned and crispy. Serve immediately. Reheating these is not recommended. They will keep in the fridge for a few days in an airtight container.

Author Elizabeth Kilbride is a former political operative, author, scriptwriter, historian, and journalist. business professional, creative artist, and life coach consultant. Ms. Kilbride holds a Master's in Criminology and a BS in Business Management she stepped out of the loop for a while but is now back with a powerful opinion and voice in the direction of this country and our economy. As a life coach, she is available to counsel individuals to enjoy their dreams and a better life. Ms. Kilbride loves to travel, and photograph her surroundings and is also a gourmet cook who loves to garden and preserve food for the winter months.