Tandoori crab cakes with mango salsa and homemade spicy mayo combine succulent crab meat infused with tandoori spices, creating a flavorful crust. The vibrant mango salsa adds a sweet and tangy contrast, while the spicy mayo delivers a creamy, zesty kick, making each bite a delightful fusion of Indian and tropical flavors.
Preheat oven to 450°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together egg, mustard, mayonnaise, garlic, ginger, tandoori seasoning, lemon juice. Add the crabmeat, cracker crumbs and cilantro. Gently fold until evenly combined. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Use an ice cream scoop to portion out the crab cakes and place onto parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes.
Brush butter on the crab cakes and squeeze lemon juice over. Serve with chipotle mayo and mango salsa.
Chipotle Mayo:
Combine chipotle mayo ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk until well combined and set in the refrigerator before serving.
Mango Salsa:
In a serving bowl, combine the diced mango, tomato, onion, cilantro and jalapeño. Drizzle with the juice of one lime and salsa verde.