Easy Crab Cakes
Crisp, golden, and packed with flavor, these Easy Crab Cakes are the ultimate seafood indulgence made simple! Featuring succulent jumbo lump crab meat, a zesty blend of Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and fresh parsley, these patties come together with minimal effort in just 25 minutes. Lightly coated with panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, they’re pan-seared in olive oil for a restaurant-quality finish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer, these crab cakes pair beautifully with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. With simple ingredients and big flavor, this recipe is your go-to for effortless seafood perfection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams jumbo lump crab meat
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon old bay seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, old bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Crack the egg into the mixture and stir until evenly combined, being careful not to break the crab meat too much.
Fold in the panko breadcrumbs and freshly chopped parsley. Mix until the mixture holds together when pressed, but avoid overmixing.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and gently shape each portion into a round patty, about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the crab cakes into the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if needed.
Transfer the cooked crab cakes onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the crab cakes warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 731 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 452 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
