Jul 13 2026
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Crab Cakes Recipe

Inspired by GreenFire
Time1h
Serves4

fresh snow crab meat, bread crumbs, chipotle aioli

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Ingredients

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Crab Cake Mixture

Chipotle Aioli

Method

Crab Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Cake Mixture

    In a large bowl, gently combine the fresh snow crab meat, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped green onions, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.

  2. 2

    Chill the Mixture

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab mixture for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cakes hold together better when cooking.

  3. 3

    Form the Crab Cakes

    Once chilled, use your hands to form the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Place the formed cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cooking the Crab Cakes

  1. 4

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Make sure the oil is hot but not smoking.

  2. 5

    Cook the Crab Cakes

    Carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.

  3. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve warm with the chipotle aioli.

Chipotle Aioli Preparation

  1. 7

    Make the Chipotle Aioli

    In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Adjust salt to taste. Mix until smooth and well combined.

  2. 8

    Chill the Aioli

    Refrigerate the chipotle aioli for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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