Crispy Crab Appetizer

A crispy crab appetizer sounds delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to make crispy crab cakes that you can serve as an appetizer:

Crispy Crab Cakes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crispiness)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or any crab seasoning)
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crab Mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab too much.
   • If you’re using green onions, add them to the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Shape the Crab Cakes:
   • Form the crab mixture into small patties, about 1 to 1.5 inches wide, depending on how big you want them. You can make about 8-10 small cakes.
3. Fry the Crab Cakes:
   • Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Once the oil is hot (but not smoking), carefully add the crab cakes to the pan, cooking in batches if needed. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy.
   • Place the cooked crab cakes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the crispy crab cakes with a dipping sauce like tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or a spicy aioli.

These little crab cakes make for a crunchy and flavorful appetizer that’s sure to impress! Enjoy!