3 Ways to Make Vegan Crab Cakes

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Choose a Crab Cake Base

Choose what crab cakes you'll make from 1 of 3 ingredients, including jackfruit, hearts of palm, and artichoke.

Easy Vegan Crabless Cakes

It’s a simple recipe that's great for any occasion. They’re an irresistible appetizer, but don’t let that stop you from having some as a meal!

Jackfruit Hearts of palm Artichoke hearts Celery Onion Parsley Vegan mayonnaise Dijon mustard Apple cider vinegar Old bay seasoning Garlic powder Salt and pepper Panko breadcrumbs Oil spray

Recipe Ingredients

1. Prepare Ingredients 2. Mix Crab Cakes 3. Shape and Coat in Breadcrumbs 4. Bake and Serve

How to Make It

Prepare Ingredients

Chop crabless "meat" base into small, flaky pieces and add to the bowl along with some canning liquid. Finely mince celery, onion and parsley.

Mix Crab Cakes

Add all remaining ingredients (except breadcrumbs) to a bowl with flour and spices and mix well. Let this mixture sit for at least 10 minutes.

Shape and Coat with Breadcrumbs

Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs onto a plate. Scoop ¼ C of crab cake batter into your hands and press firmly.

Shape and Coat with Breadcrumbs

Place this patty onto the breadcrumbs, sprinkle more on top and lightly pat down. Carefully pick up and place onto a lined baking tray.

Bake and Serve

Lightly spray or brush oil onto both sides of the crab cakes, then place into a hot oven. Serve hot or let cool slightly to have a firmer crab cake!

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat leftovers in an oven, air fryer or microwave.

How to Store Leftovers

Jackfruit tends to create the firmest crab cake and most neutral flavor. Its texture is finer than hearts of palm or artichoke.

Jackfruit Crab Cakes

Since hearts of palm are thicker than jackfruit or artichoke, these create the chunkiest texture. While they hold together, they’re the most prone to crumbling.

Hearts of Palm Crab Cakes

Artichoke has the flakiest texture which is most like crab meat. It’s a tasty choice if you want a bolder flavor and “accurate” texture.

Artichoke Crab Cakes

Enjoy this recipe!

3 Ways to Make Vegan Crab Cakes