Kk's Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Kk's Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, jumbo lump; 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped; 5 -6 dashes Tabasco sauce; 5 -6 dashes hot sauce, such as Frank's; 1 drop Worcestershire sauce; 2 -3 tablespoons finely crushed saltines; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1 egg; salt and pepper, to taste; ½ cup dried breadcrumbs; oil, for pan frying

Servings: persons

1 lb crabmeat, jumbo lump
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
5 -6 dashes Tabasco sauce
5 -6 dashes hot sauce, such as Frank's
1 drop Worcestershire sauce
2 -3 tablespoons finely crushed saltines
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 egg
salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup dried breadcrumbs
oil, for pan frying

1
Saute the onion in the butter until translucent, 2-3 minutes.
2
Toss the onion/butter mixture, crab, parsley, seasonings, cracker crumbs and mayonnaise together in a bowl.
3
Season with salt and pepper, then add the egg and gently mix together.
4
Form into crab cakes and place on a plate to chill for about 1/2 hour.
5
This step is very important or the cakes will not hold together when cooking.
6
Put bread crumbs on a plate and press each crab cake into the crumbs, coating both sides.
7
Fry crab cakes gently on both sides using medium heat until nicely brown and crispy.
8
Don't fry them too fast.
9
Serve with tartar sauce or cocktail sauce, if you must.

256

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb crabmeat, jumbo lump, 2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Kk's 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!

Kk's Crab Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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