Continental Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Continental Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, picked over; 1 ½ teaspoons Maryland crab seasoning; ¼ cup celery, finely chopped; ¼ cup onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 14 lb unsalted butter; 2 eggs; 2 lemons, juiced; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 fluid ounces clam juice or 2 fluid ounces low sodium chicken broth; ½ cup seasoned dry bread crumb; ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 pinch flour

Servings: persons

1 lb crabmeat, picked over
1 ½ teaspoons Maryland crab seasoning
¼ cup celery, finely chopped
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
14 lb unsalted butter
2 eggs
2 lemons, juiced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 fluid ounces clam juice or 2 fluid ounces low sodium chicken broth
½ cup seasoned dry bread crumb
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 pinch flour

1
Saute celery and onion in 2 ounces of the butter, until tender; remove and cool.
2
When cool, mix with the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, cheddar, crab seasoning, and mayonnaise.
3
Form 4 crab cakes and flour them.
4
Beat the eggs to make an egg wash.
5
Dip the floured crab cakes in the egg wash and saute in a non-stick pan with the remaining 2 ounces of butter.
6
Cook slowly, and be careful that the butter does not burn.
7
When golden brown, place on a hot plate to keep warm.
8
Keep remaining butter in the saucepan to make sauce.
9
Deglaze the pan with the lemon juice and chicken stock.
10
Pour over top of the crab cakes.

11760

kcal

Calories

1304

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 lb crabmeat, picked over, 1 ½ teaspoons Maryland crab seasoning, ¼ cup celery, finely chopped, ¼ cup onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Continental Crab Cakes 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!

Continental Crab Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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