Old Bay Crab Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently mix crabmeat with mayonnaise, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Add Old Bay seasoning, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to break up crabmeat.
- Form mixture into 6 equal patties, about 3 inches in diameter.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to help patties hold together.
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook crab cakes for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Special Notes
This classic Old Bay crab cake recipe showcases the sweet, delicate flavor of fresh crabmeat with the signature spice blend that's synonymous with Maryland cuisine. The Old Bay seasoning provides the perfect balance of spices that complement the crab without overwhelming it. The key to great crab cakes is gentle handling to maintain the lump crabmeat texture. These crab cakes are perfect for special occasions, summer entertaining, or when you want to treat yourself to something special. Serve with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or a simple lemon butter sauce. The crab cakes can be made ahead and refrigerated before cooking.