Easy Maryland-style Crab cakes

Seafod • 45 Min • Healthy

Tender Maryland-style Crab Cakes made with lump crab meat, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and Old Bay seasoning, baked until golden and crisp.

• 1 lb lump crab meat or backfin crab meat
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup plain panko breadcrumbs or crushed saltine crackers
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste

• Oil or cooking spray for greasing
• Lemon wedges for serving

1. Prepare the binder

In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, parsley, and salt.

2. Add the crab meat

Add the crab meat and panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers to the bowl.

3. Fold gently

Mix very gently until everything is just combined. Avoid over-mixing so the crab meat stays chunky.

4. Chill the mixture

Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes so the crab cakes hold their shape.

5. Prepare the baking sheet

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or use a silicone baking mat.

6. Form the crab cakes

Use a 1/2 cup measuring cup to portion the mixture. Shape into thick crab cakes and place them on the baking sheet.

7. Bake

Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

8. Serve

Serve warm with lemon wedges and extra parsley if desired.

· Prep Time: 15 minutes
· Chill Time: 30 minutes
· Cook Time: 14 minutes
· Total Time: 45 minutes

· Large mixing bowl
· Baking sheet
· Measuring cups
· Silicone baking mat or cooking spray
· Spoon or spatula

· Jumbo lump crab meat gives the best texture, but backfin crab also works well.
· Panko creates a crispier crab cake than crushed crackers.
· Fresh dill gives a more delicate seafood flavour, while parsley is more traditional.
· Serve with tartar sauce, lemon aioli, or coleslaw.
· Refrigerating the mixture is essential so the cakes hold together.

· Refrigerator: Up to 3 days.
· Freezer: Up to 2 months.
· Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes.

• Light and fresh seafood dinner
• Crispy outside and tender inside
• Easy to prepare ahead of time
• Packed with crab flavour
• Perfect for summer meals or entertaining

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