crab cake recipe

Certainly! Here’s a classic crab cake recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, gently combine the crabmeat, mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice. Be careful not to break up the crabmeat too much.
2. Add the breadcrumbs and chopped parsley to the crab mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into crab cakes, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Carefully place the crab cakes in the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 4-5 minutes per side.
6. Once the crab cakes are cooked through and have a nice golden color, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
7. Serve the crab cakes warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or aioli. You can also serve them over a bed of greens for a lighter option.

Enjoy your homemade crab cakes!