Description
Indulge in the flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with this irresistible Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe. These crab cakes are crafted with fresh lump crab meat, perfectly balanced with minimal fillers to highlight their ocean-fresh taste. Baked to golden perfection, they boast a crispy exterior while remaining light and flavorful inside. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners, serve them with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether as an appetizer or a main dish, these crab cakes promise to impress with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 large bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and salt until combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh lump crab meat and cracker crumbs, taking care not to break the crab meat.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and grease a rimmed baking sheet.
- Divide the mixture into six mounds on the prepared baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly browned.
- Serve warm with lemon juice drizzled on top and your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab cake (about 85g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg