Jul 17 2026
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Blue Crab Cakes Recipe

Inspired by Vernon's Speakeasy
Time1h
Serves4

pan-seared seasoned blue crabmeat, topped with lemon garlic aioli, with fresh mixed greens and grape tomatoes

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Ingredients

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Crab Cake Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Cake Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine the blue crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, egg, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Crab Cakes

    Shape the crab mixture into patties, about 1/2 inch thick. You should have approximately 8 crab cakes. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Chill the Crab Cakes

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

  4. 4

    Cook the Crab Cakes

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the crab cakes in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Lemon Garlic Aioli

    While the crab cakes are cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the crab cakes warm, topped with lemon garlic aioli, on a bed of mixed greens with halved grape tomatoes.

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