The Simplest Crab Cakes

Golden, crispy crab cakes made with simple ingredients, ready in minutes. Serve with fresh lemon for a coastal meal.  

Time: 25 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) cooked crab meat
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Gently mix, keeping crab lumps intact.
2. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Cook crab cakes for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
5. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your choice of sauce or side salad.

 

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