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Crab Cakes recipe Golden brown homemade crab cakes served on a white plate with lemon wedges, fresh parsley, and a side of creamy tartar sauce.

Crab Cakes Recipe

These crispy and golden crab cakes are packed with tender crab meat and perfect for a delightful dinner. Paired with a tangy tartar sauce, they’re irresistible!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 116
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs for binding the crab cake mixture
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise adds creaminess to the mixture
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard adds tang and depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce enhances umami
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshens up the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning classic crab cake seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning
  • 1 pound lump crab meat fresh, high-quality crab meat
  • ½ cup almond flour for binding, gluten-free option
  • ¼ cup finely diced shallot adds mild onion flavor
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley adds freshness and color
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for pan frying
  • Optional: tartar sauce for serving, highly recommended

Method
 

  1. Whisk the eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and salt in a large bowl until smooth. prep
  2. Add the lump crab meat, almond flour, shallots, and parsley to the bowl with the sauce. Stir gently until everything is well mixed. mix
  3. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. prep
  4. Measure out ¼ cup of the crab mixture and form it into a patty with your hands. Place the patty into the heated pan. Repeat with the remaining mixture, placing up to five patties in the pan at once. fry
  5. Cook the crab cakes for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the pan and place them on a plate to drain any excess oil. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 493mgPotassium: 142mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 192IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These crab cakes are the perfect way to enjoy crab in a simple, yet flavorful dish. Crisp, golden, and tender with every bite, and the optional tartar sauce pairs beautifully!

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