Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMax's Oyster BarJumbo Lump Crab Cake Recipe

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time1h
Serves4

Radish, pea tendrils, remoulade sauce

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Remoulade Sauce

Method

Crab Cakes Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the jumbo lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped parsley, beaten egg, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.

  2. 2

    Form Cakes

    Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Place the formed crab cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Chill

    Cover the crab cakes with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.

Cooking Crab Cakes

  1. 4

    Cook Cakes

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the chilled crab cakes in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  2. 5

    Drain

    Once cooked, remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.

Remoulade Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, hot sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate and Serve

    On a serving plate, arrange the radish slices and pea tendrils. Place the warm crab cakes on top and drizzle with remoulade sauce before serving.

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