Description
This Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe captures the essence of Chesapeake Bay cuisine, delivering a light and flavorful dish that’s both easy to prepare and sure to impress. Made with fresh lump crab meat and minimal filler, these crab cakes strike the perfect balance of taste and texture. Ideal for any occasion, whether as an appetizer at your next gathering or as a main course paired with your favorite sides, these crab cakes are versatile and satisfying. Plus, you can customize the spice level to suit your preference, making them a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- ⅔ cup saltine cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and salt.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and cracker crumbs until just combined.
- Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a greased baking sheet.
- Scoop out portions (about ½ cup each) onto the baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly browned on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 525mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg