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Crab Cakes

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Crab cakes are a delightful seafood dish that impresses at any gathering. These golden-brown patties feature a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky interior, bursting with fresh crab flavor. Perfect as appetizers or main courses, they pair beautifully with various sides and sauces. With this easy recipe, you’ll create a crowd-pleaser that will have your guests raving.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh lump crab meat
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace by clearing your counter and gathering all ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, herbs, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to break up the crab too much.
  3. Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick.
  4. Chill the patties on a lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake (90g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg