Maryland Crab Cakes by HeathersArk Recipe

Name: Maryland Crab Cakes by HeathersArk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 saltine crackers or ½ cup cracker crumb; 16 ounces lump crabmeat; 4 scallions, minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 1 tablespoon softened; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 large egg yolks; 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1 lemon, sliced into wedges for serving

Servings: persons

1
Process saltines in food processor until finely ground, about 25 seconds.
2
Dry crab meat well with paper towels.
3
Using rubber spatula, gently combine crab meat, scallions, melted butter, mayonnaise, egg yolks, mustard, hot sauce, Old Bay and 4 T of saltine crumbs in large bowl.
4
Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into tight, mounded cakes.
5
Press ONE side of each cake into remaining saltine cracker crumbs.
6
Transfer cakes, crumb side DOWN, to large plate and refrigerate, covered.
7
For at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
8
Adjust oven rack 8 inches from broiler.
9
Grease cookie sheet with softened butter.
10
Transfer crab cakes to cookie sheet, crumb side DOWN.
11
Broil crab cakes until golden, 12-15 minutes.
12
No need to turn.
13
Greasing the cookie sheet and having cracker crumbs on bottom of cakes allows bottom to cook and crisp up as well.
14
Serve with lemon wedges.

182

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 saltine crackers or ½ cup cracker crumb, 16 ounces lump crabmeat, 4 scallions, minced, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus 1 tablespoon softened, and more.

Yes, Maryland Crab Cakes by HeathersArk 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 by HeathersArk

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Variations & substitutions

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