Description
Indulge in the coastal delight of Maryland Crab Cakes with this easy recipe that brings the taste of the Chesapeake Bay right to your kitchen. These crab cakes are light, flavorful, and made with fresh lump crab meat and just enough binder to hold them together. Perfect for any gathering or a casual meal, they are baked to golden perfection and served best with zesty lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauces. Enjoy the authentic flavors of Maryland seafood cuisine with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 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, lemon juice, and salt.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat and cracker crumbs until combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a baking sheet with butter or nonstick spray.
- Scoop portions of the mixture onto the baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly browned on top and edges.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges and your favorite sauces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Maryland Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg