Jun 09 2026
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Cajun Crab Cake Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Crab Cake, Crawfish, Shrimp, Cajun Remoulade, Cilantro

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Ingredients

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Crab Cake Ingredients

Cajun Remoulade Ingredients

Method

Crab Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the lump crab meat, crawfish tails, chopped shrimp, and bread crumbs. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much.

  2. 2

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped cilantro, and eggs until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the seafood mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined.

  4. 4

    Form Cakes

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

  5. 5

    Chill

    Refrigerate the formed crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape while cooking.

  6. 6

    Fry Crab Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

  7. 7

    Drain

    Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Cajun Remoulade Preparation

  1. 8

    Mix Remoulade

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth and well mixed.

  2. 9

    Chill

    Cover and refrigerate the remoulade for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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