Description
Maryland-Style Crab Cakes are a delightful seafood dish that brings the flavors of the Chesapeake Bay straight to your table. These tender, golden-brown cakes feature fresh lump crab meat combined with savory spices and a crispy exterior, making them perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer or a main course. With easy preparation and a burst of flavor in every bite, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gently pick through the crab meat to remove shells and cartilage, then place it in a mixing bowl with green onions.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and beaten egg until smooth.
- Carefully fold the mayonnaise mixture into the crab meat to maintain lumps.
- Gradually add breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together but remains moist.
- Form patties about one inch thick and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry patties for about three minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg