Experience the succulent flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with our guide to creating the perfect Annapolis crab cakes. Discover the secrets of Maryland's signature dish, from selecting the freshest blue crab meat to mastering the art of a crispy, golden-brown crust. With our expert tips and carefully curated recipes, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with this iconic seafood delicacy, whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a taste of the Chesapeake's bounty.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
REAL MARYLAND CRAB CAKES
If the Maryland Flag weren't so cool, we'd probably fly a picture of a crab cake over the statehouse. Once you've had your first real one made with handpicked Maryland jumbo lump crab, you'll know why.
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and crab seasoning and mix well.
- Pour mixture over crabmeat and fold in taking care not to break up the lumps.
- Form into six cakes and pat until just firm, then deep fry in 350°F corn oil 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts :
MARYLAND JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKES
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler.
- In a large bowl, combine the egg yolk, salt, pepper, mustard, Worcestershire, mayonnaise, and parsley. Then, gently fold in crabmeat (be careful not to break up the lumps). Shape into cakes and broil for 5 minutes.
ANNAPOLIS CRAB CAKES
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Form into cakes. Saute in olive oil until golden and crisp, turning only once.
JUMBO LUMP BLUE CRAB CAKES
Steps:
- Pick over the crabmeat to remove any shells. Be gentle, as the lumps of crab are delicate and will fall apart. Set aside. Mix together the mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, scallions, basil, eggs, and salt and pepper. Pour mixture over the crabmeat and with your hands gently mix together. Sprinkle the bread crumbs over the crab mixture and continue to mix. Divide the mixture into 4 parts and mold the cakes with your hands (do not rinse off you hands between mixing and forming the cakes, as it is mixture on your hands that help the cakes stay together).
- Refrigerate the cakes for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Paint the crab cakes with a minuscule amount of oil and sear in a hot oven-safe skillet or on a griddle top until lightly golden brown on both sides. The cakes have such little binder that you need to be careful when flipping them over so that they don't fall apart. Place the pan in the oven for about 5 minutes, or to heat through.
- Serve with a red Cocktail Sauce and/or a flavored aioli.
- Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
FAIDLEY'S WORLD FAMOUS CRAB CAKES
These take a while to make, but are worth it. I got these from the newspaper years ago. Faidley's is in Lexington Market on Eutaw St. in Baltimore, MD.
Provided by Bliss
Categories Crab
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Crab cakes: Spread the crab meat out in a flat pan and sprinkle the crushed saltines over the top.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Worcestershire and tobasco.
- Pour the mayonnaise over the crab meat and gently toss or fold the ingredients together, taking care not to break up the lumps of crab meat.
- Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minute.
- before forming the cakes.
- Form the cakes by hand or with an ice cream scoop into 8 mounds about 3" in diameter and 3/4" thick.
- Do NOT pack the mixture too firmly.
- The cakes should be as loose as possible, yet still hold their shape.
- Place the cakes on a tray or platter lined with wax paper, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cooking.
- Tartar sauce: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, dill pickles, onion, parsley and dill pickle juice.
- Chill for at least 1 hour.
- To fry: Pour oil into a heavy skillet to a depth of about 1 ½".
- Heat oil and fry crab cakes, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 4 minute.
- on each side.
- Remove with a slotted utensil to a paper towel to drain.
- To broil: Slip them under a preheated broiler until nicely browned, turning to cook evenly, about 4-5 minute.
- on each side To sauté: Heat a small amount of clarified butter or olive oil, or a combination, in a skillet and sauté the cakes, turning several times, until golden brown, about 8 minute.
- total cooking time.
- Serve at once with tartar sauce on the side.
- Makes 4 servings.
ANNAPOLIS CRAB APPETIZERS
What could be faster than this recipe for crab on English Muffins! They can be made ahead and frozen. Just take one out of the freezer,or any number out, and broil
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Split English Muffins in half.
- In a medium bowl, mix together butter, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and Old Bay Seasoning.
- CAREFULLY add crab meat, being careful not to break it up to much.
- Spread crab mixture on muffins.
- Place muffin halves on cookie sheets and freeze.
- When ready to serve, remove from freezer and cut into quarters.
- Place under broiler until bubbly and lightly browned on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 57.2, Sodium 684.5, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 12.2
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES II
Maryland is famous for its crab cakes! After you've tried this recipe, you'll know why.
Provided by Bea Gassman
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab Crab Cake Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Mix together crabmeat, bread crumbs, parsley, salt and pepper.
- Beat together egg, mayonnaise, hot sauce and mustard. Combine with other ingredients and mix well. Form into patties and place on a lightly greased broiler pan or baking sheet.
- Broil for 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 184.8 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 372.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your crab cakes.
- Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing will make them tough.
- Chill the crab cakes before cooking them. This will help them hold their shape.
- Cook the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.
Conclusion:
Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect crab cakes at home. So next time you're craving seafood, give this recipe a try!
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