Jul 14 2026

Crab Cakes Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves48

48 each 4 oz crab cakes, tartar, lemon, and bread.

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Tartar Sauce

Method

Crab Cakes Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and green onions.

  2. 2

    Add Egg and Season

    Gently fold in the eggs and mix until just combined. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Form Crab Cakes

    Gradually add the breadcrumbs to the mixture until it holds together. Form the mixture into 4 oz patties (approximately 48 crab cakes) and place them on a baking sheet.

  4. 4

    Chill the Cakes

    Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

  5. 5

    Fry Crab Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the crab cakes in batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Tartar Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, relish, and lemon juice until well combined.

  2. 7

    Season

    Season the tartar sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serving

  1. 8

    Prepare for Serving

    Serve the crab cakes hot with lemon wedges and slices of bread on the side.

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