Jul 14 2026

Crab Cakes Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Handmade crab cakes with a spicy remoulade.

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Method

Crab Cakes

  1. 1

    Prepare the crab mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Be careful not to break the crab meat into smaller pieces.

  2. 2

    Form the crab cakes

    Using your hands, form the crab mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Place the formed crab cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Chill the crab cakes

    Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.

  4. 4

    Cook the crab cakes

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Spicy Remoulade

  1. 5

    Mix the remoulade ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve the crab cakes hot, accompanied by the spicy remoulade for dipping.

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