Jul 14 2026
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Crab Cake Recipe

Inspired by Union League Cafe
Time1h
Serves4

Jumbo lump crab meat, remoulade, and microgreens.

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Ingredients

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Crab Cake Ingredients

Remoulade Sauce Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Crab Cake Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Crab Cake Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the jumbo lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped green onions, parsley, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and black pepper. Gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.

  2. 2

    Form the Crab Cakes

    Once the mixture is combined, use your hands to form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Place the formed crab cakes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Chill the Crab Cakes

    Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape while cooking.

  4. 4

    Fry the Crab Cakes

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

Remoulade Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Remoulade Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Crab Cakes

    Serve the crab cakes hot, drizzled with the remoulade sauce and garnished with microgreens on top.

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