Description
Crab cakes are a delicious seafood delight, combining the sweetness of fresh crab meat with a crispy, golden exterior. Perfect for any occasion, these savory bites are easy to prepare and will impress your guests or satisfy your cravings on a casual weeknight. With a blend of herbs and spices, each cake offers a burst of flavor that transports you straight to the seaside.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure your workspace is clean.
- In a large bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, green onions, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Form the mixture into patties about two inches wide and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the cakes until golden brown on each side, about 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to paper towels to absorb excess oil, then serve immediately with tartar sauce or fresh lemon.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab cake (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg