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Crab Cake Recipe

These crab cakes feature fresh lump crab meat with just the right amount of filler to hold the mixture together perfectly.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crab Cake Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 19 minutes
Total Time: 29 minutes
Servings: 8 people

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. jumbo lump crabmeat carefully checked for shells
  • 1 pc large egg beaten
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs or crushed saltines
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup canola oil plus more if necessary
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Tartar sauce for serving

Instructions

  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Season the mixture with a pinch of kosher salt and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.
  • In a separate, larger bowl, combine the jumbo lump crabmeat with the panko bread crumbs and freshly chopped parsley. Gently fold in the egg and mayonnaise mixture until everything is well incorporated. Shape the mixture into 8 even-sized patties, handling them gently to keep them intact.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough canola oil to generously coat the bottom of the pan. Once the oil is shimmering, add the crab cakes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each crab cake for 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning only once, until they are golden brown and crispy. Add more oil to the pan if necessary between batches.
  • Once cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a serving platter. Serve them immediately with fresh lemon wedges and a side of tartar sauce for dipping.
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