Simple Crab Cakes
Crab Cakes are a delightful seafood treat, combining juicy crab meat with crispy breadcrumbs and zesty seasonings. This simple recipe brings the flavors of the ocean to your table, making it perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners at home. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and savory taste that is sure to impress your guests. Enjoy them as an appetizer or a main dish, accompanied by fresh lemon wedges for a burst of brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2–3 tbsp oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Carefully pick through the crab meat to remove any shells.
- In a large bowl, mix together crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for approximately 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab cake (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg