Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with this Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe. These succulent crab cakes are made with fresh lump crab meat and minimal fillers, delivering an authentic taste that will impress any crowd. Baked to golden perfection, they boast a crispy exterior while remaining light and flavorful inside. Ideal for festive gatherings or cozy dinners at home, these versatile delights can be served as appetizers, main courses, or even sliders. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, everyone from novice cooks to gourmet chefs will enjoy creating this classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- ⅔ cup saltine cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and salt until well combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh lump crab meat and cracker crumbs without breaking the crab meat lumps.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Grease a rimmed baking sheet.
- Divide the chilled mixture into six mounds on the greased baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Serve warm with lemon juice and your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 95mg