Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe Recipe

Name: Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg; 2 tbsp. Hellmann's mayonnaise; 2 teaspoon dry mustard; Healthy pinch of cayenne pepper; Dash or possibly two Tabasco sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Generous sprinkling of freshly grnd black pepper; 1 pound backfin crabmeat (Sea Legs are good substitute); 1 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 c. minced celery; 4-5 saltine crackers, finely crumbled; 4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) butter; 4 tbsp. corn oil

Servings: persons

1 egg
2 tbsp. Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 teaspoon dry mustard
Healthy pinch of cayenne pepper
Dash or possibly two Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
Generous sprinkling of freshly grnd black pepper
1 pound backfin crabmeat (Sea Legs are good substitute)
1 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 c. minced celery
4-5 saltine crackers, finely crumbled
4 tbsp. (1/2 stick) butter
4 tbsp. corn oil

1
Whisk egg, mayonnaise, mustard, cayenne, Tabasco, salt and pepper in large bowl till smooth and creamy.
2
Add in crabmeat, parsley, celery and cracker crumbs.
3
Toss mix lightly but well.
4
Form crabmeat into 8 patties approximately 1/2-inch thick.
5
Wrap patties in waxed paper and chill for 1 hour.
6
Heat butter and oil in large heavy skillet till just sizzling.
7
Fry crab cakes, turning once, approximately 5 min each side, till golden and crispy.
8
Remove crab cakes from skillet and dry on absorbent paper.
9
Serve immediately.
10
Put Tabasco or possibly Louisiana warm sauce on side for those who like their food a little spicier.

208

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 egg, 2 tbsp. Hellmann's mayonnaise, 2 teaspoon dry mustard, Healthy pinch of cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe 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.

Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes Recipe

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