Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Maryland Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Meat; 3 slices White Sandwich Bread, Picked To Pieces With Your Fingers; 2 whole Eggs, Lightly Beaten; 1/2 cups Mayonnaise; 1 Tablespoon Old Bay; 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco Hot Sauce; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire; 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard; 1/2 whole Lemon Juice; 1 Tablespoon Parsley, Finely Chopped

Servings: persons

1
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with Pam.
2
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula to incorporate.
3
Flatten the mixture into the bottom of the bowl and score into sixths to divide the mixture into six even parts.
4
Take a section into your hands and form into a ball.
5
Place on the baking sheet.
6
Repeat with the rest of the patties.
7
Chill the patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to ensure the patties dont break apart while cooking.
8
If broiling, turn the oven to broil and cook for about 7-8 minutes, depending on the size of the patties, or until the tops are golden brown.
9
If frying, heat about two tablespoons of butter in a large fry pan and cook the patties, flipping once, until both sides are golden brown.
10
Drain patties on a paper towel-lined plate.
11
Feel free to serve with tartar or cocktail sauces.

284

kcal

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Meat, 3 slices White Sandwich Bread, Picked To Pieces With Your Fingers, 2 whole Eggs, Lightly Beaten, 1/2 cups Mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Maryland 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!

Maryland Crab Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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