Maryland Coconut Shrimp Cakes

Maryland Coconut Shrimp Cakes

Ingredients:

Shrimp Cakes:

1 pound shrimp, chopped

1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

1 tablespoon grated lemon rind

1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

1/4 cup flaked, sweetened coconut

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

Sauce:

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning


Directions:

Combine the Shrimp Cakes ingredients well in a bowl. Divide into 4 equal size portions. Shape into small patties. Heat a sauté pan, spray with cooking oil, then drizzle in a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Fry the patties on each side until crispy and golden brown. Meanwhile, combine the Sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl.

When the cakes are done, place one on a plate, top with a dollop of the curried mayonnaise and garnish with additional chopped chives and some finely sliced tomato.

Serves 4

Classy Clams Casino

Classy Clams Casino

Ingredients:

3 cans minced clams

1/2 cup chopped green pepper

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped pimento

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

1/2 cup melted butter

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

4 or 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled


Directions:

Drain clams reserving juice. Mix all ingredients, adding clam juice a little at a time till it holds together. (If you make it too wet, just add a little more bread crumbs)

Put in casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour or till firm.

Serve with crackers.