Paleo Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Paleo Maryland Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R)); 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old BayTM; ground black pepper to taste; 1 pound fresh lump crabmeat; 1/4 cup almond flour; 1 tablespoon finely diced red pepper; 2 teaspoons sliced green onion; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1/3 cup almond flour

Servings: persons

1 large egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R))
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old BayTM
ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat
1/4 cup almond flour
1 tablespoon finely diced red pepper
2 teaspoons sliced green onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup almond flour

1
Grease a baking sheet.
2
Whisk together egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, and black pepper in a bowl.
3
Place crab meat in a separate bowl and pour egg and mayonnaise mixture in; gently combine with hands. Mix in 1/4 cup almond flour, peppers, green onions, and parsley.
4
Form mixture into 6 patties. Place 1/3 cup almond flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge each cake in almond flour and set on prepared sheet pan; refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
6
Bake crab cakes in the oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

294

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Paleo 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!

Paleo Maryland Crab Cakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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