Jul 13 2026
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Hawai’i Kai Style Crab Cakes Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Spicy Togarashi Butter | Namasu

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Spicy Togarashi Butter

Namasu

Method

Crab Cakes Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, gently combine the crab meat, Panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, green onions, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

    Shape the mixture into patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Chill the Cakes

    Refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.

  4. 4

    Fry the Cakes

    Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Spicy Togarashi Butter Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, Togarashi seasoning, and lemon juice until well combined.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve the crab cakes warm topped with a dollop of spicy Togarashi butter.

Namasu Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a bowl, combine the julienned daikon and carrot.

  2. 8

    Make the Pickling Liquid

    In a small saucepan, heat rice vinegar and sugar over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Pour over the vegetables and mix well. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 9

    Season

    Add salt to taste before serving the Namasu alongside the crab cakes.

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