Best 7 Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes Recipes

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Taste the exquisite flavors of Maryland's culinary treasure - the jumbo lump crab cakes. Embark on a delectable journey as we explore the art of crafting the perfect crab cake, using succulent jumbo lump crab meat, a symphony of aromatic spices, and a touch of Maryland's coastal charm. Discover the secrets behind the crispy golden-brown exterior and the tender, flaky interior that defines a truly exceptional crab cake. Whether you prefer pan-frying, baking, or grilling, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create your own masterpiece that will tantalize taste buds and transport you to the shores of Maryland.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES RECIPE



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A Maryland Crab Cake Recipe made with jumbo lump blue crab meat, Old Bay seasoning, and a secret ingredient! They are a true Maryland staple.

Provided by Jordan

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1.5 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, (finely chopped)
1/2 tsp baking powder
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup tartar sauce
1 large egg
1/2 of a small lemon, (juice)
1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup tartar sauce
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 of a small lemon, (juice)
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together Old Bay seasoning, parsley, baking powder, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, tartar sauce, egg, and lemon. Then add the crab and panko bread crumbs. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425° F and form the crab mixture into 4 large, even sized balls. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes. Remove the crab cakes and preheat the broiler to high, broil for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  • Serve the crab cakes with lemon wedges and Old Bay tartar sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tartar sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and worcestershire sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 1272 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

REAL MARYLAND CRAB CAKES



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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

1 pound jumbo lump, handpicked Maryland crabmeat
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
5 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp prepared mustard
1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning or J.O. Crab Seasoning

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



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These crab cakes are my Grandma Zelda's recipe, and they have been in our family for generations. I've never had a better crab cake in my life, and I've tried dozens!

Provided by Jennifer Farley

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces fresh jumbo lump crab meat
1 large egg
1/2 cup regular mayonnaise
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/8 teaspoon fines herbs ((I like the one sold by Spice Island, see notes))
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1-2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Set the oven to low broil and place the oven rack near the top.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, carefully pick through the crab meat to remove any shells. Try not to break up the lumps. Be as thorough as possible.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and then add in the mayonnaise until combined.
  • Add the breadcrumbs and stir to combine. Add the Old Bay, fines herbs and garlic powder. Add the mustard and Worcestershire sauce, stir until well combined.
  • Gently stir the wet mixture into the crab meat, one spoonful at a time. This part takes some patience because you really want to avoid breaking up the lump meat as much as possible.
  • Carefully form 5-6 crab cakes.
  • Lightly grease the bottom of a baking sheet (cooking spray works well for this) and place the crab cakes on the sheet. Place a small piece of butter on top of each crab cake.
  • Broil on low for 12-15 minutes, keeping a close eye to make sure they don't burn. Don't flip them, just allow them to cook on one side the entire time (the lack of filler makes them very delicate). If the tops seem like they're going to burn, lower the oven rack. You're not cooking the meat but you want the filling to solidify and the egg to cook through.
  • If you want the tops a bit more golden, switch the broiler to the high setting for the last minute or so.
  • When the tops are golden brown, remove the pan from the oven and allow the crab cakes to cool slightly before serving.
  • I recommend serving them with Saltine crackers and dijon mustard. They also make a great sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Sodium 909 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED MARYLAND LUMP CRAB CAKES



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Having lived by the Chesapeake Bay on Kent Island, MD nearly my whole life, I was challenged to develop this authentic Maryland style crab cake about a year ago. Many people claim to have the true Maryland crab cake, but this one uses all lump meat with almost no filler added and tastes incredible! Let me know what you think!

Provided by T. Kent

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon mustard powder
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay™
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ cup cholesterol-free egg product
1 pound lump crab meat

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Combine bread crumbs, baking powder, parsley, mustard powder, pepper, and seafood seasoning; set aside. Stir together mayonnaise, butter, Worcestershire, and egg product until smooth. Fold in crab meat, then fold in bread crumb mixture until well blended.
  • Shape mixture into 12 crab cakes, about 3/4 inch thick, and place onto prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn the crab cakes over, and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until nicely browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 343.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES I



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Growing up near the Chesapeake Bay you learn that crabs are as valuable as gold. My mom made crab cakes every Friday in the summer months, but I like my recipe just a tad better. Don't tell mom.

Provided by John L.

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound crabmeat
2 slices white bread, crusts trimmed
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Pick the crab meat to remove any remaining pieces of shell.
  • Pick bread into small pieces and place in medium-size bowl with crabmeat. Add egg, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Old Bay seasoning ™. Mix ingredients by hand to avoid overworking the crabmeat, you want to keep the lumps of meat as much as possible. Form into patties; this should make 6 good-size cakes.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet, then fry cakes for about 4 minutes each side or until brown crust forms on both sides of the crab cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 113.7 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 896 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKES



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I got this recipe from chef Jimmy Sneed when he had his Frog & The Redneck restaurant in Richmond, VA. Fantastic. Sometimes less is best, and with this recipe, the crab meat takes center stage. I serve them with a flavorful rice and a fresh vegetable and fruit compote on the side. If you want to serve these as appetizers, make more patties and watch the cooking time so that you don't overbake and dry them out.

Provided by The Big Cheese

Categories     Crab

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb large lump crabmeat
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 egg, well beaten
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Lightly brush 9x13" pan with olive oil.
  • Pick through crab meat, removing any cartilage and place in a medium bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix mustard, egg and mayonnaise. Being careful not to break up the lumps, fold gently into the crab meat.
  • Handling lightly, pat into four large cakes.
  • Place into prepared pan and bake in preheated oven, turning once halfway through cooking time of 8-10 minutes, until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.9, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 146.6, Sodium 696.5, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 27.3

MARYLAND LUMP CRAB CAKES



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There's nothing like a good Maryland crab cake! I was born in Maryland, and I've found that they just can't make crab cakes up here that even compare to the one's by the Chespeake Bay! I choose to bake these in the oven, but they can also be pan fried in oil until golden brown. Can be served with remoulade sauce, tartar sauce, mustard, or my roasted red pepper sauce. After baking, extra crab cakes can be frozen. I usually defrost, and then reheat cakes in a nonstick pan until heated through and slightly crisp on the outside.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 20 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs lump crabmeat
2 eggs
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese bread crumbs, plain crumbs can be substituted)
1 -3 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (or to taste)
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix all ingredients, excluding crabmeat.
  • Combine well.
  • Gently fold in crabmeat, careful not to break up the lumps.
  • Form mixture into cakes.
  • I use a"2 tablespoon" measuring spoon to measure, scooping out a heaping scoop to form my cakes.
  • They're about 2 1/2 inches in diameter Place cakes on baking sheet sprayed with non stick spray.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until golden on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.9, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 57.9, Sodium 313.8, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 11.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. This will give your crab cakes the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing will make them tough.
  • Gently fold the ingredients together. This will help to keep the crab cakes light and fluffy.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the crab cakes. This will help to prevent them from sticking together.
  • Cook the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
  • Flip the crab cakes only once. Flipping them too often will break them up.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Maryland jumbo lump crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. By following these tips, you can make perfect crab cakes every time. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or a main course, your friends and family will love them.

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