Keto Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

Homemade, deliciously tender and mouth watering gluten-free Keto Crab Cakes with spicy Remoulade Sauce are super quick and easy to make!

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Lump jumbo crab takes center stage in these gluten free crab cakes. They are loaded with so much flavor, fried until golden brown then topped with a remoulade sauce that has the most amazing balance of spice.

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The wonderful thing about this Keto Crab Cake recipe is it uses very little filler and is made with 100% Keto friendly ingredients.

closeup overhead view of crab cakes over bed of spinach with lemon on side

They are absolutely the best low carb crab cakes you’ll every make. They’re perfect served along side a salad, as an appetizer or for as an extra decadent side next to a Grilled Steak.

What’s in Gluten Free Crab Cakes

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

How to Make Keto Crab Cakes

To Make the Remoulade Sauce

Add all the remoulade sauce ingredients to a small mixing bowl.

remoulade sauce ingredients in glass bowl unmixed

Whisk until they are well combined, then set aside so the flavors can meld while you make the crab cakes.

remoulade sauce in glass bowl with whisk

To Make the Crab Cakes

Add the mayonnaise, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, lemon juice and zest to a mixing bowl and whisk to combine.

crab cakes wet ingredients in glass bowl with whisk

Gently fold in the crab meat, chives and roasted peppers until combined.

crab cakes batter in glass bowl

Heat a large nonstick skillet to medium and add in the butter and olive oil.

uncooked crab cakes in skillet

Using a cookie scoop, form the crab cakes and set them on a plate lined with parchment paper.

cooked crab cakes in skillet

Sauté the crab cakes for a few minutes on each side, or until they are nice and golden.

crab cakes on white plate with lemon sides and sauce on side

Serve with the remoulade sauce on the side and wedges of lemon.

closeup of crab cake with remoulade on top

Tips for The Best Keto Crab Cakes

  • What if my crab cakes are too loose? Some crab meat contains more liquid than other so be sure you drain the liquid well before mixing in the other ingredients. If they appear to still be too loose, add a little more almond flour, a teaspoon at time, until they reach the desired consistency. You can also place them in the fridge for about 30 minutes to an hour, before frying them, to allow the flour to soak up the extra moisture.
  • Can I Make Crab Cakes in Advance? You can do this a couple of ways. Precooked crab cakes can be frozen by doing a quick pre-freeze. Place them on a sheet pan and allow them to freeze for about an hour before wrapping them tightly. Thaw completely before cooking. Likewise, you can freeze leftover crab cakes by wrapping them well and placing them in a airtight container for up to a couple of months.
  • Can I change up the spices? This gluten free crab cake recipe is so easy to alter to suit your own taste. If you like extra spicy crab cakes, add a little cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the mix.
  • Can I use imitation crab? The quick answer is no. The reason is because imitation crab has totally different texture. It also typically has added sugar and preservatives not recommended for Keto.
  • What other sauce is good with Keto crab cakes? If you would like to serve additional sauce with this Crab Cake recipe, this Keto Bang Bang Sauce is amazing. For something a little less spicy, this homemade Tartar Sauce is a tasty option.
closeup of crab cakes on bed of spinach

What are the Carbs in Crab? Are Crabs Keto?

Crab meat is very low in carbs. For a two ounce serving, there’s one total carb in crab with one gram of fiber. With zero net carbs, it’s a perfect for a Keto protein.

bowl of jumbo crab meat

What To Serve with this Keto Crab Cake Recipe

Even though crab cakes can be served as an appetizer, they are most often served as an entrée. Here are some all time favorite Keto sides to serve with them:

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Keto Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce

Homemade, deliciously tender and mouth watering gluten-free Keto Crab Cakes with spicy Remoulade Sauce are super quick and easy to make!
5 from 2 votes
Author: Julianne
Servings 10
PREP 10 minutes
COOK 15 minutes
TOTAL 25 minutes

Ingredients
 

For the Crab Cakes

For the Remoulade Sauce

Instructions
 

To Make the Remoulade Sauce

  • Add all the remoulade sauce ingredients to a small mixing bowl.
  • Whisk until they are well combined, then set aside so the flavors can meld while you make the crab cakes.

To Make the Crab Cakes

  • Add the mayonnaise, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, lemon juice and zest to a mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Gently fold in the crab meat, chives and roasted peppers until combined.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet to medium and add in the butter and olive oil.
  • Using a cookie scoop, form the crab cakes and set them on a plate lined with parchment paper.
  • Sauté the crab cakes for a few minutes on each side, or until they are nice and golden.
  • Serve with the remoulade sauce on the side and wedges of lemon.

Recipe Notes

Makes 20 small crab cakes, serving size 2 crab cakes. 
If you can’t find jumbo crab meat, you can use lump crab meat instead.  Be sure to pick through the crab carefully, removing any pieces of shell.
You can also make this recipe using salmon if you’d like.
 

*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Calories 218kcal
Nutrition Facts
Keto Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
218
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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