Crab Cakes Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crab Cake Mixture
For Cooking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crab Cake Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped green onions. Gently mix until well combined.
- 2
Add Bindings
Add the breadcrumbs, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper to the crab mixture. Carefully fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly mixed. Avoid overmixing to keep the crab meat intact.
- 3
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cakes hold their shape when cooked.
Cooking
- 4
Form the Crab Cakes
After chilling, take the crab mixture out of the refrigerator. With your hands, form the mixture into round patties, approximately 2 inches in diameter and about 1 inch thick.
- 5
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt and bubble slightly.
- 6
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.