Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSouthboundCrab Cake Sandwich Recipe

Crab Cake Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Southbound
Time1h
Serves4

coleslaw, southern remoulade, fries

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Method

Prepare Crab Cakes

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped green onions, beaten egg, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Form Cakes

    Shape the mixture into patties, about 1 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Cook Cakes

    Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook crab cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Make Southern Remoulade

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, lemon juice, chopped capers, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Prepare Coleslaw

  1. 5

    Mix Coleslaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined and chill in the refrigerator.

Prepare Fries

  1. 6

    Fry Potatoes

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry potato strips until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.

Assemble Sandwich

  1. 7

    Build Sandwich

    On each burger bun, place a leaf of lettuce, a crab cake, a slice of tomato, and a generous amount of southern remoulade. Top with the other half of the bun.

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