Delicious homemade crab cakes with a perfect blend of spices and a hint of lemon.

Crab Cakes recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
30min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 crab cake)

Dry Ingredients

  • flour
    flour
    200g
  • cornmeal
    cornmeal
    75g
  • spice blend
    spice blend
    35g
  • salt
    salt
    10g

Wet Ingredients

  • crabmeat
    crabmeat
    100g
  • breadcrumbs
    breadcrumbs
    10g
  • mayonnaise
    mayonnaise
    20g
  • egg
    egg
    1
  • lemon zest
    lemon zest
    1
  • lemon juice
    lemon juice
    1tbsp
  • yellow mustard
    yellow mustard
    1/2tsp
  • Old Bay seasoning
    Old Bay seasoning
    1
  • Fresh chopped parsley
    Fresh chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
    Salt and pepper, to taste

How to make Crab Cakes

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 450°F.

  2. Step 2

    Mix all ingredients together except for the crabmeat and breadcrumbs.

  3. Step 3

    Once the mixture is well combined, gently fold in the crabmeat and breadcrumbs until all ingredients come together.

  4. Step 4

    Shape the crab cakes as desired. Using a cookie scoop can help with uniformity.

  5. Step 5

    Let the formed crab cakes rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Cooking

  1. Step 1

    After 1 hour in the refrigerator, bake the crab cakes for 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

196.2kcal (9.81%)

Protein

13.1g (26.26%)

Carbs

20.9g (7.58%)

Sugars

1.3g (2.66%)

Healthy Fat

6.4g

Unhealthy Fat

1.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the crab cakes are well chilled before baking to help them hold their shape.

  2. Using a cookie scoop can help in making evenly sized crab cakes.

FAQS

  1. Can I use canned crabmeat?

    Yes, canned crabmeat can be used, but fresh crabmeat is recommended for the best flavor.

  2. How do I know when the crab cakes are done?

    The crab cakes should be golden brown on top and firm to the touch.

  3. Can I freeze the crab cakes?

    Yes, you can freeze the uncooked crab cakes. Thaw them in the refrigerator before baking.

  4. What can I serve with crab cakes?

    Crab cakes pair well with a fresh salad, tartar sauce, or a squeeze of lemon.

  5. Can I make these crab cakes gluten-free?

    Yes, you can substitute the flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.

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