Simple Crab Cakes Recipe

Name: Simple Crab Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound lump crabmeat; 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper; 1/2 fresh jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped; 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning; 2 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 cups fresh bread crumbs; 1 egg, lightly beaten; salt & pepper; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons hot chile sauce; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

1/2 pound lump crabmeat
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 fresh jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
2 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
salt & pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons hot chile sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice

1
Carefully pick over the crabmeat feeling for bits of shell and cartilage and discarding them.
2
Stir in the peppers, seasoning and mayonnaise.
3
Stir in up to 1/2 cup of bread crumbs to mixture or as much is needed to bind ingredients.
4
Shape into 4 - 6 cakes, depending on desired size.
5
Place on a plate and chill for 1 hour in refrigerator.
6
Dip each cake into beaten egg and then into bread crumbs and set aside.
7
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
8
Cook cakes on each side until golden brown.
9
Serve warm with spicy mayonnaise
10
Stir all ingredients until well combined and chill

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound lump crabmeat, 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/2 fresh jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped, 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning, and more.

Yes, Simple 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!

Simple Crab Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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