Crab cakes are a popular seafood dish made primarily from crab meat, along with various seasonings and fillers like breadcrumbs or crackers. They’re often pan-fried, baked, or broiled and served with a sauce, such as tartar or remoulade.
Here’s a basic recipe for making crab cakes:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb crab meat (preferably lump crab meat)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for frying
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crab Meat: If using fresh crab meat, ensure that it is free of shells. You can use canned or frozen crab meat if needed, but fresh is always best.
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Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, parsley, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
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Form the Crab Cakes: Shape the mixture into patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. You can make them larger or smaller depending on your preference.
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Chill: Place the crab cakes on a tray and chill them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold together when frying.
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Cook the Crab Cakes: Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the crab cakes and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Serve: Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, like tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade. You can also garnish with lemon wedges or fresh herbs.
Enjoy your delicious crab cakes! Would you like a recipe for a specific sauce to go with them?