Crab Appetizer Maryland

Delight your taste buds with the iconic flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with this Crab Appetizer Maryland recipe, featuring tender lump crabmeat and the bold seasoning of Old Bay. These golden, bite-sized crab cakes are perfectly crisped in a skillet and bound with a light blend of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Panko breadcrumbs to create a delicate yet flavorful appetizer. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 12-minute cook time, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or as an indulgent starter. Garnish with fresh parsley, serve with refreshing lemon wedges, and pair with your favorite hot sauce for a zesty kick. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly savory, these crab cakes are a true Maryland classic that will leave your guests craving more!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces lump crabmeat
• 0.25 cups mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 pieces lemon wedges
• 0 hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the lump crabmeat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley. Be careful not to break apart the crabmeat.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg, then add it to the crab mixture and stir to combine.

Step 3

Gently fold in the Panko breadcrumbs until the mixture just comes together. Avoid overmixing as this may affect the texture.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a scoop, form the mixture into small appetizer-sized crab cakes (about 2 tablespoons each). You should get around 12 crab cakes.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the crab cakes in the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

Cook the crab cakes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side. Optionally, pair with your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(698.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1336.2

Total Fat 89.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 518.5mg	0%
Sodium 5892.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 101.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 378.2mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1577.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 10.8%