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Ingredients
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Crab Cakes
Dipping Sauce
Method
Crab Cakes Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, beaten eggs, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Cakes
Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Place the formed crab cakes on a plate.
- 3
Chill
Cover the plate with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help the cakes hold their shape while frying.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Fry Crab Cakes
Carefully add the crab cakes to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain
Once cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 7
Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Mix well until smooth.
- 8
Taste and Adjust
Taste the sauce and adjust the hot sauce according to your preference for spice.