Herbed Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Herbed Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup green onion (scallions); ½ cup chopped celery; ¼ cup fresh basil; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 1 ½ tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; ¾ cup mayonnaise; 2 large eggs, beaten to blend; 1 lb crabmeat; 3 cups fresh breadcrumbs (dont cheat); 3 tablespoons butter (for frying); 1 cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; ¼ cup chopped fresh chives; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 tablespoons drained capers

Servings: persons

½ cup green onion (scallions)
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup fresh basil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 large eggs, beaten to blend
1 lb crabmeat
3 cups fresh breadcrumbs (dont cheat)
3 tablespoons butter (for frying)
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons drained capers

1
In a food processor, take day old bread and pulverize to make fresh breadcrumbs, this is very important, store bought breadcrumbs will not suffice here.
2
Place aside in a bowl.
3
Using on/off pulses with the same foodprocessor, finely chop the first 3 ingredients.
4
Dump into a medium bowl and add the next 5 ingredients and stir to combine.
5
Then add the crabmeat; toss.
6
GENTLY fold in 1 cup breadcrumbs.
7
Place 2 cups breadcrumbs on plate.
8
Using 1 tablespoon crab mixture for each, form 1-inch-diameter patties.
9
Coat each crab cake with breadcrumbs.
10
Cover; chill at least 1 hour.
11
Working in batches, lighlty sautee the crabcakes in butter, until golden brown on each side.
12
Transfer onto paper towel, keep warm till serving.
13
Serve with Herb Sauce on side.
14
Garnish with Basil or Chive Sprigs.
15
Herb Sauce Preparation:.
16
place all ingredients except 2 tablespoons of the capers into a blender or a food processor.
17
Blend until smooth and pleasingly green.
18
Pour into a bowl and stir in additional 2 tablespoons of capers.

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* 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.

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: ½ cup green onion (scallions), ½ cup chopped celery, ¼ cup fresh basil, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Herbed 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!

Herbed Crab Cakes

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