Easy Crab Cake Recipe to Try at Home
By. Nevanda - 27 Apr 2023
kelolalaut.com - A crab cake is a type of seafood dish that consists of crab meat, various seasonings, and other ingredients, such as breadcrumbs, eggs, and mayonnaise, formed into a patty and typically pan-fried or baked. It is a popular dish in coastal regions of the United States, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic states like Maryland, where it is considered a regional specialty. Crab cakes can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or as a sandwich filling, and they are often accompanied by sauces, such as tartar sauce or aioli.
Here's a simple recipe for making crab cakes at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil or butter for cooking
Instructions:
- Gently pick through the crab meat to remove any shells or cartilage.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, parsley, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, black pepper, and beaten egg until well combined.
- Fold in the crab meat, being careful not to overmix and break up the lumps of crab.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
- Using your hands or an ice cream scoop, form the crab mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
- Heat a thin layer of oil or butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- When the oil is hot, add the crab cakes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.
- Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite sauce, such as tartar sauce, remoulade, or aioli.
Enjoy your homemade crab cakes!
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