Rebecca's Favorite Crab Cakes

Brimming with fresh, delicate flavors, Rebecca's Favorite Crab Cakes are an irresistible blend of lump crab meat, bright lemon juice, and the warm seasoning of Old Bay. These golden-brown patties are lovingly crafted with a light touch to keep the crab meat tender and intact, then crisped to perfection in a buttery skillet. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and the ideal balance of zesty dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh parsley, these crab cakes are a true seafood delight that's easy enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve them with a dollop of creamy tartar sauce or a tangy lemon aioli for a restaurant-quality dish you can savor at home! Perfect as an appetizer, light dinner, or main course, these crab cakes will quickly become a favorite at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lump crab meat
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, carefully pick through the lump crab meat to remove any remaining shell pieces. Be gentle to keep the crab meat intact.

Step 2

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped parsley until smooth.

Step 3

Beat the egg and add it to the mixture, stirring until well combined.

Step 4

Gently fold the wet mixture into the crab meat. Do this carefully to avoid breaking up the crab chunks.

Step 5

Gradually sprinkle in the breadcrumbs. Mix just until the mixture holds together—do not overmix.

Step 6

Using your hands, form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties. They should be about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 7

Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape during cooking.

Step 8

Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 9

Once the skillet is hot, carefully add the crab cakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite sauce (such as tartar sauce or a lemon aioli) and a wedge of lemon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(683.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1369.0

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 518.5mg	0%
Sodium 3144.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 93.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 406.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1844.3mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 16.3%