Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThames Street Oyster HouseChesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe

Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Jumbo lump crab meat, house-made remoulade

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Ingredients

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Crab Cakes

Method

Crab Cakes

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mixture

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

  2. 2

    Form the Cakes

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

  3. 3

    Chill the Cakes

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

  4. 4

    Cook the Crab Cakes

    Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Remoulade Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, hot sauce, finely chopped pickles, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

  2. 6

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover the remoulade sauce with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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