Perfectly seasoned, pan-fried crab cakes with a crisp, golden crust and a tender, flavorful interior. Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.
Yields: 6 crab cakes
Prep time: 20 minutes
Chill time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Crab Cakes:
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1 lb lump crab meat, carefully picked over for shells
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½ cup plain breadcrumbs
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½ cup mayonnaise
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1 large egg
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2 green onions, finely chopped
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2 tbsp finely diced red bell pepper
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For Cooking & Serving:
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½ cup plain breadcrumbs (for coating)
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2-3 tbsp butter (for frying)
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Lemon wedges, for serving
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Tartar sauce or remoulade, for serving
Instructions: