Jul 14 2026

Crab Cakes Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Two house-made jumbo lump crab cakes served with lemon garlic aioli, mashed potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Lemon Garlic Aioli

Mashed Potatoes

Seasonal Vegetables

Method

Crab Cakes

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mixture

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

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and gently form each portion into a cake, about 1 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Chill the Cakes

    Place the crab cakes on a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.

  4. 4

    Cook the Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the crab cakes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and heated through.

Lemon Garlic Aioli

  1. 5

    Prepare the Aioli

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

Mashed Potatoes

  1. 6

    Cook the Potatoes

    In a large pot, cover the chopped russet potatoes with water and add a teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 7

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and milk, and mash until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Seasonal Vegetables

  1. 8

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sliced carrots, season with salt and black pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.

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