Broiled Crab Cakes with Chive and Caper Sauce

Name: Broiled Crab Cakes with Chive and Caper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup minced green onions; 1/2 cup finely chopped celery; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup minced fresh basil; 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 pound crabmeat, picked over; 3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread; 2 large egg yolks, beaten to blend; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Chive and Caper Sauce; 40 small basil sprigs

Servings: persons

1/2 cup minced green onions
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 pound crabmeat, picked over
3 cups fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread
2 large egg yolks, beaten to blend
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Chive and Caper Sauce
40 small basil sprigs

1
Mix first 7 ingredients in medium bowl.
2
Add crabmeat; toss.
3
Fold in 1 cup breadcrumbs.
4
Season with pepper.
5
Mix in yolks.
6
Place 2 cups breadcrumbs on plate.
7
Using 1 tablespoon crab mixture for each, form 1-inch-diameter patties.
8
Coat each crab cake with breadcrumbs.
9
Cover; chill at least 1 hour.
10
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Keep refrigerated.)
12
Position rack 6 inches below broiler and preheat broiler.
13
Brush 2 baking sheets with oil.
14
Arrange crab cakes on baking sheets, spacing evenly.
15
Broil until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
16
(Can be cooked 30 minutes before serving.
17
Keep warm in 300F.
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oven.)
19
Transfer crab cakes to platter.
20
Top each with dollop of sauce and basil sprig.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup minced green onions, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup minced fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Broiled Crab Cakes with Chive and Caper Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!