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Ingredients
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Crab Cakes
Lemon Butter
Method
Crab Cakes Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, celery, bell pepper, Old Bay seasoning, salt, black pepper, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Add Breadcrumbs
Gently fold in the panko breadcrumbs until the mixture holds together. Be careful not to overmix.
- 3
Form Cakes
Using your hands, form the crab mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- 4
Chill
Place the formed crab cakes on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- 5
Fry Cakes
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the crab cakes and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Lemon Butter Preparation
- 6
Melt Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- 7
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