Jul 13 2026
Restaurants540 NorthRock Crab Cakes Recipe

Rock Crab Cakes Recipe

Inspired by 540 North
Time1h
Serves4

panko breaded atlantic rock crab cakes, lobster bisque, chives, gremolata

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Lobster Bisque

Garnish

Method

Crab Cakes Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

    Shape the mixture into patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

  3. 3

    Cook the Cakes

    In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Lobster Bisque Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and sauté until soft and fragrant.

  2. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute. Add the lobster stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes.

  3. 6

    Finish the Bisque

    Stir in the heavy cream and cognac. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Blend the bisque until smooth if desired.

Gremolata Preparation

  1. 7

    Mix Gremolata

    In a small bowl, combine chopped parsley, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Mix well.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Serve

    In a bowl, ladle the lobster bisque. Place 2-3 crab cakes on top and garnish with gremolata and chopped chives.

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