These crispy, golden crab cakes are made with Snow Crab Meat, lightly seasoned and bound with a flavorful mix of mayo, Dijon mustard, and spices. Pan-fried to perfection, they’re simple yet delicious - perfect as an appetizer or main dish. Serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce for the ultimate seafood treat!
Ingredients:
2 eggs, beaten
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon1 Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon1 Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound of flaky crabmeat
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Canola oil, for frying
Lemon wedges and tartar sauce, for serving
Instructions:
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
In a medium bowl, gently combine the crabmeat, bread crumbs, and parsley. Fold in the egg mixture until just combined.
Form the mixture into 10-12 equal patties.
Heat a thin layer of canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Working in batches if necessary, cook the crab cakes until golden brown and crispy, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add more oil as needed between batches.
Serve warm with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side.
This recipe yields 10-12 delicious crab cakes, perfect for an appetizer or main course.