Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 13 2026
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Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes Recipe

Inspired by JOEY DTLA
Time1h
Serves4

crab, shrimp, corn with panko crust, apple fennel salad, house-made tartar, toasted almonds

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Method

Crab Cakes Preparation

1

Make the Crab Cake Mixture

In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, shrimp, corn, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until well combined.

2

Form the Crab Cakes

Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3

Chill the Cakes

Refrigerate the patties for at least 30 minutes to hold their shape while cooking.

Cooking the Crab Cakes

4

Heat the Oil

In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil over medium heat to cover the bottom of the pan.

5

Fry the Crab Cakes

Once the oil is hot, add the crab cakes in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

6

Drain and Serve

Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with apple fennel salad, tartar sauce, and a sprinkle of toasted almonds.

Apple Fennel Salad Preparation

7

Mix the Salad

In a salad bowl, combine sliced fennel and green apples. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Tartar Sauce Preparation

8

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chopped pickles, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.