Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of simple crab cakes, featuring fresh lump crab meat and a delightful blend of spices. These golden-brown treasures are perfect for any occasion, delivering a burst of flavor in every crunchy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until combined.
- Form the mixture into 8 patties about 1 inch thick.
- Chill the patties on a parchment-lined tray for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and serve warm with lemon wedges or dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg