Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. sole filets
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper
  • zatarains crab boil spice
  • 1/4 lb. salad shrimp or diced shrimp pieces
  • 6 oz. drained crab meat (lump)
  • Flour or bread crumbs for coating

Method

  • In the food processor, puree the sole into a smooth paste. Add the egg and incorporate. Slowly add the cream. Look for a consitency that is soft but still has some body to it. Turn off processor and transfer mixture to a chilled bowl. add remaining ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until combined. Civer and refrigerate at least one hour or up to 3 hours. Scoop about 2-3 tbsp portion into flour or bread crubs and form into a round "cake". Place on a saran wrap lined cookie sheet. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook. On medium heat using a non stick saute pan, melt approximately 1-2 tbsp butter. cook cakes 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with buerre blanc, cocktail sauce, or aioli.