Here’s a simple recipe for Hearts of Palm “Crab Cakes” that delivers that seafood flavor using hearts of palm as the main ingredient:
Ingredients
1 can (14 oz) hearts of palm, drained and shredded
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if preferred)
1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise (or regular if not vegan)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning (or your preferred seafood seasoning)
1/4 cup diced green onions
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
2-3 tablespoons oil for frying (such as olive or avocado oil)
Instructions
Prepare Hearts of Palm: After draining, shred the hearts of palm with a fork or your hands to create a crab-like texture.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded hearts of palm, breadcrumbs, mayo, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, green onions, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Form Patties: Shape the mixture into small cakes (about 2-3 inches in diameter). You should get about 6-8 patties.