Paula Deen's Crab Cakes with Lemon Dill Sauce

Indulge in the coastal charm of *Paula Deen's Crab Cakes with Lemon Dill Sauce*, a classic dish featuring tender, golden-brown crab cakes accompanied by a zesty, creamy sauce. Made with sweet lump crab meat and seasoned with a blend of Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, these crab cakes are perfectly crispy thanks to a panko breadcrumb coating. The accompanying lemon dill sauce, crafted with fresh dill, sour cream, and a hint of garlic, adds a bright, herbaceous balance to every bite. Perfect for a dinner party or a weeknight treat, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes of active time and serves four. Elevate your table with this Southern-inspired seafood delight, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh dill for an elegant finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lump crab meat
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Dill, fresh and chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (for sauce)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the lump crab meat, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the Panko breadcrumbs to the crab mixture. Mix gently, ensuring all ingredients are combined without breaking up the crab meat too much.

Step 3

Form the crab mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, about 3 inches in diameter. Place them on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them set.

Step 4

While the crab cakes chill, make the lemon dill sauce by whisking together sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh chopped dill, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chilled crab cakes to the skillet.

Step 6

Cook the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Be careful when flipping, as they may be delicate.

Step 7

Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the crab cakes warm with a generous dollop of lemon dill sauce on top or on the side. Garnish with additional fresh dill or lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(895.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2084.0

Total Fat 162.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.2g
Cholesterol 595.6mg	0%
Sodium 4510.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 98.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 543.4mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 1799.0mg	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: 69.2%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 12.2%