Best 4 Crispy Crab Cakes Recipes

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Crispy crab cakes are a delectable seafood dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or part of a buffet. Made with fresh crab meat, crispy bread crumbs, and a blend of herbs and spices, these golden-brown patties offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you prefer them served with a creamy dipping sauce, a tangy remoulade, or simply a squeeze of lemon, crispy crab cakes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY CRAB CAKES



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Provided by Brian Boitano

Categories     appetizer

Time 37m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 pound lump Dungeness crabmeat, drained
3 cups fresh bread crumbs, divided
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon hot sauce
3 eggs, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 lemon, juiced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups canola oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
2 teaspoons blood orange juice
Pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons blood orange juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
8 cups baby arugula
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl add the crabmeat, 1 cup of the bread crumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, 1 egg, parsley, lemon juice, and salt and pepper, to taste, and gently combine. Divide the crab mixture into 6 equal patties and arrange on a sheet pan lined with waxed paper.
  • Set up a breading station using 3 baking dishes or pie plates. In the first dish combine the flour with a healthy pinch of salt and pepper. In the second dish whisk together the remaining 2 eggs with 1/4 cup of water. In the third dish combine the remaining bread crumbs with a healthy pinch of salt and pepper. Dredged the crab cakes in the seasoned flour, then in the egg wash and then coat them thoroughly in the bread crumbs. Arrange on a sheet tray.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the cakes in batches of 6 until brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • In a small bowl whisk together all of the remoulade ingredients and set aside until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the olive oil, blood orange juice and Dijon mustard. Add the arugula, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to coat.
  • To Serve:
  • Divide the salad equally between 6 plates. Top with a crab cake, drizzle with remoulade and serve.

CRISPY CRAB CAKES WITH TARTAR SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup chopped dill pickles
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
2 pounds lump crabmeat, sorted through for cartilage and shell bits
Vegetable oil, for frying
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the tartar sauce: Mix the mayonnaise, pickles, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce in a medium bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • Meanwhile, make the crab cakes: Mix the mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, lemon juice and Old Bay in a large bowl until combined. Add the panko and mix again. Add the crab and mix, taking care not to crush the meat. Shape the crab mixture into 8 patties, each about 3 inches in diameter. Cover and refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with a brown paper bag or a double layer of paper towels. Pour enough vegetable oil into a large skillet to come 1/2 inch up the side and heat over medium-high heat until the oil is hot but not smoking. Add the crab cakes in batches and cook until the undersides are golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip the cakes and continue cooking until golden, about 2 more minutes. Transfer the crab cakes to the lined baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven while cooking the remaining cakes. Serve hot with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

EASY CRISPY CRAB CAKES



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These are delicious crab cakes that my mom makes..I think she got the recipe from a co-worker. It goes well with a black bean soup.

Provided by Nicole Can Cook

Categories     Crab

Time 18m

Yield 4 cakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash cayenne pepper
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat
1 egg, beaten
1 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine red pepper, green onion, mayo, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir in crab, egg, and 1/3 c of the breadcrumbs (may be sticky).
  • Divide and form mixture into 4 balls.
  • Roll crab balls in remaining breadcrumbs.
  • Flatten into cakes about 1/2 inch thick.
  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and fry crab cakes 3-4 min per side, or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 1195.8, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 18.6

CRISPY CRAB CAKES WITH TARTAR SAUCE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by รก-42947

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the tartar sauce:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup chopped dill pickles
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
For the crab cakes:
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
2 pounds lump crabmeat, sorted through for cartilage and shell bits
Vegetable oil, for frying
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the tartar sauce: Mix the mayonnaise, pickles, scallions, parsley, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce in a medium bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes to blend the flavors. Meanwhile, make the crab cakes: Mix the mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, lemon juice and Old Bay in a large bowl until combined. Add the panko and mix again. Add the crab and mix, taking care not to crush the meat. Shape the crab mixture into 8 patties, each about 3 inches in diameter. Cover and refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with a brown paper bag or a double layer of paper towels. Pour enough vegetable oil into a large skillet to come 1/2 inch up the side and heat over medium-high heat until the oil is hot but not smoking. Add the crab cakes in batches and cook until the undersides are golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip the cakes and continue cooking until golden, about 2 more minutes. Transfer the crab cakes to the lined baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven while cooking the remaining cakes. Serve hot with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor.
  • Gently mix the ingredients together; over-mixing will result in tough crab cakes.
  • Form the crab cakes into 2-inch patties and chill them for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Cook the crab cakes over medium heat until they are crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, remoulade, or cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can create perfect crispy crab cakes every time.

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