Crab Cakes With Aioli Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Crab Cakes With Aioli Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crab Cakes; 8 ounces lump crabmeat, shells picked out; 1 1/2 cups finely crushed green onion flavor potato chips (I use Mikesell's brand); 1/4 cup real mayonnaise (do not substitute); 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1 dash white pepper; 1/2 tablespoon worchestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; unsalted butter (for frying, approx. 2-4 tablespoons); 1 lemon, cut in half (other half is for the dipping sauce); Aioli Dipping Sauce; 1 fresh garlic clove; 1/2 cup real mayonnaise; 1 1/2 tablespoons horseradish mustard (I use Grey Poupon Horseradish Mustard); 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 dash kosher salt (optional)

Servings: persons

Crab Cakes
8 ounces lump crabmeat, shells picked out
1 1/2 cups finely crushed green onion flavor potato chips (I use Mikesell's brand)
1/4 cup real mayonnaise (do not substitute)
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 dash white pepper
1/2 tablespoon worchestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
unsalted butter (for frying, approx. 2-4 tablespoons)
1 lemon, cut in half (other half is for the dipping sauce)
Aioli Dipping Sauce
1 fresh garlic clove
1/2 cup real mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons horseradish mustard (I use Grey Poupon Horseradish Mustard)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash kosher salt (optional)

1
In a mini chopper, finely crush the potato chips.
2
In a med. size bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Old Bay, white pepper, worcestershire sauce, and dry mustard until creamy.
3
Add the crab meat and mix evenly but gently so as not to break up the clumps of crab too much. Clumps of crab are a good thing!
4
Gently stir in 1/4 cup crushed potato chips.
5
Form the mixture into 4 patties and coat with remaining potato chip crumbs.
6
Melt about 2 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Add more butter if needed.
7
When the butter starts to sizzle, gently place the crab cakes into the pan (they're delicate).
8
Sprinkle with a little kosher salt if desired and cook for about 4 minutes.
9
Carefully flip the patties, and drizzle with lemon juice from 1/2 of the lemon. Cook for 4 minutes or until golden brown.
10
Dipping Sauce: Place all ingredients in mini chopper and push the button. That's it! Make it ahead of time if desired and refrigerate.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crab Cakes, 8 ounces lump crabmeat, shells picked out, 1 1/2 cups finely crushed green onion flavor potato chips (I use Mikesell's brand), 1/4 cup real mayonnaise (do not substitute), and more.

Yes, Crab Cakes With Aioli Dipping 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!

Crab Cakes With Aioli Dipping Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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