Crab Cakes Recipe

Crab Cake Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mixture

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped green onions. Gently fold the ingredients together to avoid breaking up the crab meat.

2. 2

   Add Binding Ingredients

   Add the beaten egg, bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper to the crab mixture. Carefully mix until all ingredients are well incorporated, being cautious not to overwork the crab meat.

3. 3

   Chill the Mixture

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes. This will help the crab cakes hold their shape when cooking.

4. 4

   Form the Crab Cakes

   Once chilled, remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter. You should yield approximately 8 crab cakes.

5. 5

   Cook the Crab Cakes

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

6. 6

   Serve

   Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of lemon.