Best 10 Jersey Shore Crab Cakes Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and authentic Jersey Shore crab cake recipe, you're in luck! With its abundance of fresh seafood, the Jersey Shore is known for its crab cakes. These delectable treats are made with a combination of crab meat, bread crumbs, eggs, and spices, and they can be fried, baked, or broiled. Whether you're a local or just visiting, trying a Jersey Shore crab cake is a must.

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BEST EVER EASY CRAB CAKES



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Crab Cakes are a restaurant favorite, but with this easy recipe, making them at home couldn't be simpler. Just prepare and pan fry!

Provided by Erren Hart

Categories     Main

Time 48m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb white crab meat ((3 6oz cans will do))
3 green onions (cut into finely sliced rounds)
2 tablespoons chives (chopped)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves (finely chopped)
3 tablespoons Fresh lemon Juice
½ cup low fat mayonnaise ((if using full fat cut measuremt in half))
½ cup panko bread crumbs
salt and pepper (to taste)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon water
1½ cups breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the crabmeat, green onions, chives, parsley, lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Add panko breadcrumbs and fold into the crabmeat mixture.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and form into thick round cakes (see photos and video in the post)
  • Place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 30 minutes. This sets and firms the cakes so are easy to handle for breading and won't flatten when fried.
  • In a shallow bowl, add the flour and season with salt & pepper.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs with the water.
  • In a third bowl, combine the bread crumbs with paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Dredge the crab cakes first in seasoned flour, tapping off excess, then in egg wash, letting excess drip off. Dredge cakes into seasoned bread crumbs, coating cakes evenly. Place on a plate until needed.
  • In a large saute pan, heat oil and pan fry until lightly golden, about 4 minutes on each side. Place the cakes on paper towels to absorb the oil and season with salt to taste. Serve Hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 1223 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MISS SHIRLEY'S EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



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Coastal Cooking with John Shields, 2004. This is a nice working recipe for crab cake not as fancy as the previous one but it has all the instructions and serves the same amount of people. If you wish the other feel free to google because others have placed it on the net.

Provided by drhousespcatcher

Categories     Crab

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons phillips crab boil seasoning
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 lbs lump crabmeat, picked over
4 slices white bread, crumbled
vegetable oil, for frying
soda cracker, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium-size bowl combine the first 7 ingredients.
  • Now gently fold in the breadcrumbs and the egg mixture being careful not to break lumps thenshape into 12 slightly flattened balls, chilling them for at least an hour.
  • Fry by pouring oil into the skillet to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches. Heat the oil to 370° and fry the crab cakes, a couple at a time, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spatula to paper towels to drain.
  • To broil:.
  • Place crab cakes under a preheated broiler, turning to cook evenly, until nicely browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Serve with soda crackers and tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.3, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 186.6, Sodium 761.5, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.4, Protein 37.2

AUTHENTIC EASTERN SHORE MARYLAND CRAB CAKES



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Living in Talbot County, MD for 25 years, I have sampled many an Eastern Shore crab cake. I would say the defining qualities are lump crab meat, very little filling, and Old Bay. No veggies! I have tried many recipes, but I finally gave up and asked my friend, the owner of a relative's cookbook from the 1800s, for her recipe. I had to do a couple of favors to get it, so I am saving it here so I don't lose it. The recipe doubles just fine.

Provided by messystation

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 6 cakes, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons heavy cream (you may need to use a little more)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, crushed saltines (EnerG gluten free breadcrumbs also work well)
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients BUT the crab.
  • If the mixture seems a little dry, add more cream. You want cakes that are moist but firm enough to hold cakes together.
  • Fold in crab meat, making sure mixture is well-combined, but being careful not to break up the lumps too much.
  • Store in fridge for 1/2 hour or so.
  • Broil until first side is brown, then flip and do the same. (Some people like to pan fry or even deep fry. Just cook until browned).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.5, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 193, Sodium 913.2, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 38.9

JERSEY SHORE CRAB CAKES



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My grandmother made these from a recipe given to her by my great-great aunt. My father would go crabbing in the bay and his mom would have a steaming pot ready upon his return to cook the crab. My 5 brothers wives and children grew up on this recipe. Since Crab is expensive I have adapted to make it cost effective. Enjoy

Provided by Kathleen Lewis @KittiKar001

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slice(s) onion
3 stick(s) celery stalk
1 large green bell pepper
4 small egg
3 tablespoon(s) mayonaise or salad dressing
1 pound(s) crabmeat, fresh or imitation crab meat works well
1 tablespoon(s) old bay seasoning
1 medium yellow or red bell pepper
- bread crumbs, dry
- cooking oil
GRANDMA NEW JERSEY CRABCAKES/BALLS

Steps:

  • 1. Dice Onion, celery, bell peppers in small pieces and mix together.
  • 2. Break up crab/Krab (imitation) to fine shred.
  • 3. Place all in a bowl and and 2 eggs, mayonaise, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix well.
  • 4. Add bread crumbs and mix to a consistency that will roll into a ball without falling apart somewhat moist.
  • 5. Determine whether you want them flat or ball shaped. Shape and turn on pan of oil, enough oil to cover if ball shaped otherwise may fry in small amount.
  • 6. Beat eggs in a bowl. Pour Breadcrumbs in another bowl. Dip cake or ball in egg removing excess and then dip or roll in breadcrumbs covering well.
  • 7. Fry or deep fry until crispy brown. Serve with Worchestershire sauce or cocktail sauce. Serve warm or cold.

EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



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Provided by Rena Coyle

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lump crabmeat (picked and any cartilage removed)
1 egg, lightly mixed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise, preferably homemade
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning (see recipe) or cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
1 tablespoon minced onion
2 to 4 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
Zest of 1 lemon, grated
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place the crabmeat in a mixing bowl. Pick it with a fork and check to see that all the cartilage is removed. Add the egg, mayonnaise and mustard. Toss lightly together, using the fork so as not to shred the crabmeat too much.
  • Add the seafood seasoning, parsley, minced onion, bread crumbs and grated lemon zest. Toss together lightly.
  • Melt the butter over medium-high heat. Scoop up enough crab mixture to make a plump pattie about five inches in diameter. Place the crabcakes in the skillet and fry for three minutes or until a golden brown crust forms on the bottom. Flip the crabcakes over and continue to fry on the other side for another three or four minutes.
  • Serve the crab cakes on soft hamburger buns or simply with a spoonful of tartar sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 177, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 491 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



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In Delaware, we're surrounded by an abundance of fresh seafood, particularly terrific crab. The secret to great crab cakes is fresh crab meat, not too much filler and not breaking up the crab too much. This recipe does all that. -Cynthia Bent, Newark, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Fold in crab. Shape into six patties., In a large skillet, cook crab cakes in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Fat 44g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 952mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

HERBED JERSEY ROYAL CRAB CAKES



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Make these perky crab cakes as a summer lunch or dinner for friends. Jersey Royal potatoes and crab are natural bedfellows - try using dill in the mix too

Provided by Rosie Birkett

Categories     Dinner, Fish Course, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 38m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

400g Jersey Royal potatoes , scrubbed not peeled
2 tbsp olive oil
pinch of fennel seeds
¼ bulb of fennel , finely chopped
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
4 spring onions , sliced
handful of samphire (optional)
200g cooked crabmeat , a mix of white and brown
finely chopped soft herbs (a mixture of dill, parsley and tarragon works well), plus extra to serve
1 tbsp capers
pinch of cayenne pepper
1 lemon , 1/2 zested and juiced, 1/2 cut into wedges for serving
1 tbsp mayonnaise , plus extra to serve
flour , for dusting
watercress , to serve

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a pan, cover with water, add 1 tsp salt and bring to the boil. Cook for 12-15 mins or until tender enough to smash. Leave to cool.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a frying pan and add the fennel seeds, fennel, chilli and garlic followed by the spring onions. Gently cook for 3-5 mins until fragrant but not coloured. During the last minute, add the samphire.
  • In a bowl, mash the potatoes until well broken down, then combine with the crabmeat, herbs, spring onion mix, cayenne, lemon zest and mayo. Season and mix until well combined, then chill for 30 mins.
  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Oil your hands and shape the mixture into eight palm-sized patties and dip in plenty of flour. Be careful, as they are quite fragile and sticky - a good way to do this is on a tray lined with baking parchment. If you have time, put in the fridge to set for 30 mins before cooking. Heat the remaining oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry for 2-3 mins on each side until crisp and golden. Transfer to an oiled baking tray and finish in the oven for 5 mins. Serve with mayo, some watercress tossed with the remaining herbs, and the lemon juice with the lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

CHRIS FRENCH'S EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



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Provided by Frank J. Prial

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 20m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound crab meat, preferably backfin lump
2 cups cornflakes
2 teaspoons homemade mustard, English-style (see recipe)
1 large egg, slightly beaten
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
1 1/2 cups corn, peanut or vegetable oil
Tartar sauce (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Pick over the crab to remove any tough pieces of shell or cartilage. Leave the crab meat in as large lumps as possible. Put the crab meat in a mixing bowl.
  • Put the cornflakes in the container of a food processor or electric blender and blend to make the flakes as fine as possible.
  • Blend the mustard, egg, salt, pepper, mayonnaise and parsley. Spoon and scrape this over the crab. Sprinkle with the crumbs and blend gently but thoroughly. Divide the mixture into six portions of equal size.
  • Lay out six squares or rectangles of plastic wrap, one at a time on a flat surface. Put one portion of crab mixture in the center. Fold the sides of the plastic wrap over to neatly and compactly enclose the crab mixture. Flatten each portion to make six crab cakes, each about an inch thick or slightly less. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet to a depth of about half an inch. If necessary, add more oil. Heat to a temperature of 350 degrees. It may be best to cook the crab cakes in two batches. Cook each batch for two and one-half minutes, total cooking time, turning the cakes once. They should be golden brown on both sides. Drain on absorbent toweling. Serve with tartar sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 623, UnsaturatedFat 52 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 59 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

MISS SHIRLEY'S EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



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Provided by John Shields

Categories     Shellfish     Appetizer     Fry     Lunch     Seafood     Crab     Summer     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons crab seasoning, such as Phillips' seafood seasoning
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 heaping tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 pounds jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
4 slices white bread, crumbled
Vegetable oil, for frying
Soda crackers for serving
Tasty Tartar Sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium-size bowl, thoroughly combine the eggs, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice crab seasoning, parsley, mayonnaise and mustards.
  • Place the crabmeat in a large bowl gently fold in the breadcrumbs and the egg mixture so as not to break up the lumps. Shape into 12 slightly flattened balls and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • To fry the crab cakes:
  • Pour oil into the skillet to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches. Heat the oil to 370° and fry the crab cakes, a couple at a time, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spatula to paper towels to drain.
  • To broil:
  • Place crab cakes under a preheated broiler, turning to cook evenly, until nicely browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Serve with soda crackers and tartar sauce.

CHEF JOHN'S CRAB CAKES



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These are what crab cakes are supposed to be like. They are basically a fried lump of crabmeat, held together with a minimum of filler. Delicious!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 1h23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 saltine crackers, finely crushed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg, beaten
salt to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pound fresh crabmeat, well drained
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Mix saltine crackers, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
  • Stir in crabmeat until mixture is combined but still chunky. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Sprinkle breadcrumbs on a plate.
  • Shape chilled crab mixture into 4 small thick patties; coat completely with bread crumbs.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-heat; cook crab cakes until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 150.6 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • For the freshest crab cakes, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using.
  • Be gentle when mixing the crab cakes. Overmixing will make them tough.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the crab cakes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or remoulade.

Conclusion:

Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a crab cake recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish to make, give crab cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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