Crab Cakes With Orange Mayonnaise

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This probably comes from my local paper, the star ledger.

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Steps

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For the mayonnaise , combine all the mayonnaise ingredients in a non-reactive bowl and stir well.

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For the crab cakes , melt 1 teaspoons butter in a large skillet and add celery , shallots , chives and chilies and saute over medium heat for 2 minutes or until vegetables are limp.

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Remove vegetables to a non-reactive bowl and add the crab meat , mayonnaise , egg , breadcrumbs , lemon juice , salt and pepper.

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Mix gently but well.

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Melt remaining butter in same skillet.

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Shape crab mixture into 6 cakes and ease into skillet.

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Fry 3-5 minutes per side or until firm and golden brown.

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Serve cakes with the mayonnaise.

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Ingredients

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low-fat mayonnaise, orange rind, fresh orange juice, fresh dill weed, butter, celery, shallots, fresh chives, jalapeno chile, crabmeat, egg, soft breadcrumbs, fresh lemon juice, salt and pepper