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Quick & Easy Crab Cakes
20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
300 kcalCalories
22 gProtein
8 gCarbs
18 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Quick & Easy Crab Cakes

70% authentic · American

A simplified crab cake recipe that uses less filler and comes together quickly for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Crab meat (canned or fresh)12 ounces
  • Mayonnaise3 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice1 tablespoon
  • Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon
  • Dijon mustard1 teaspoon
  • Egg1 large
  • Breadcrumbs (plain)1/4 cup
  • Fresh dill, chopped1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil2 tablespoons
  • Salt1/4 teaspoon
  • Black pepper1/8 teaspoon

Steps

  1. 1

    Drain and gently flake the crab meat.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and egg. Whisk until smooth.

  3. 3

    Stir in breadcrumbs, chopped dill, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Gently fold in the flaked crab meat.

  5. 5

    Form the mixture into 8 small patties.

  6. 6

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  7. 7

    Cook the crab cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

  8. 8

    Serve hot.

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