Jul 14 2026
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Crab Cake Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Fresh Maryland crab with chili hollandaise. Served with a roasted vegetable medley

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Chili Hollandaise

Roasted Vegetable Medley

Method

Crab Cakes

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, eggs, breadcrumbs, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

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

  3. 3

    Chill the Patties

    Refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up.

  4. 4

    Fry the Crab Cakes

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the crab cakes (in batches if necessary) and fry for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

Chili Hollandaise

  1. 5

    Melt the Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  2. 6

    Whisk the Egg Yolks

    In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until pale and thick.

  3. 7

    Combine Mixture

    Slowly drizzle the melted butter into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.

  4. 8

    Add Seasonings

    Mix in the chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and keep warm.

Roasted Vegetable Medley

  1. 9

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 10

    Prepare Vegetables

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and chopped red onion. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and toss to coat.

  3. 11

    Roast Vegetables

    Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.

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