Jul 14 2026
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Mini Crab Cakes Recipe

Inspired by Dudley's On Short
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Serving Sauce

Method

Mini Crab Cakes Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, egg, chopped green onion, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

    Using your hands, form the mixture into small patties, approximately 2 inches in diameter. You should be able to make about 12 mini crab cakes.

  3. 3

    Chill the Cakes

    Place the formed crab cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up.

Cooking the Crab Cakes

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 5

    Cook the Cakes

    Carefully add the chilled crab cakes to the skillet in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  3. 6

    Drain the Cakes

    Once cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Serving Sauce Preparation

  1. 7

    Mix the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.

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