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Larry's Catch | Oct 10, 2025 | Omega-3 Rich

The Simplest Crab Cakes

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

Servings 2 ppl
Cook 25 min
Difficulty Easy
Dietary Omega-3 Rich

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) cooked crab meat
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 tbsp olive oil for frying
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Optional: tartar sauce or aioli for dipping

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugars: 2 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Vitamin A: 8% DV
  • Vitamin C: 6% DV
  • Calcium: 6% DV
  • Iron: 12% DV
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 lb (450 g) cooked crab meat, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 egg, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Gently mix, keeping crab lumps intact.
  2. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties.
  3. Heat 2–3 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook crab cakes 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.
Source: https://larryscatch.com/blogs/recipes-3/the-simplest-crab-cakes
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