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Crab Cakes Recipe


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  • Author: Clara Bennett
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Crab Cakes – Golden, tender, and packed with fresh crab flavor, these homemade crab cakes are perfect for weeknight dinners, weekend feasts, or a special occasion. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with flavor, they’re surprisingly simple to make at home. Each bite is a balance of sweet crab, aromatic herbs, and a subtle touch of seasoning that feels elegant without being intimidating. Perfectly paired with a lemon wedge, light aioli, or your favorite sides, these crab cakes are a recipe you’ll return to again and again.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving


Instructions

  • Gently mix crab meat with mayonnaise, mustard, parsley, lemon juice, and seasoning.
  • Gradually add breadcrumbs to bind mixture.
  • Shape into 4 patties and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes.
  • Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook crab cakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Serve warm with lemon wedges or dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Handle crab gently to preserve chunks.
  • Chilling cakes helps them hold shape.
  • Mix butter with oil to prevent burning while pan-frying.
  • Can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for lighter cakes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
  • Category: Main course
  • Method: Pan-fried
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg