Ingredients
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the crab meat, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, chopped pepper, and egg. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Butter 4 ramekins and pour in the crab mixture. Bake for 12 minutes.
4. Rinse, dry, and chop the cress and basil. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Set aside in a bowl.
5. Remove the ramekins from the oven and let cool to room temperature on a rack.
6. Unmold the crab cakes onto plates.
7. Arrange a bed of basil and cress around the crab cakes. Serve.
Spicy Crab Cakes on Salad

These spicy crab cakes are a wonder as an appetizer. Served on a bed of cress and basil, they add elegance and flavor to your meals. Easy to prepare and quick to cook, they are perfect for a light lunch or a special occasion. With a touch of pepper, this dish will surely delight your guests!