THE BEST CRAB CAKES
When we set out to make the "best" crab cakes, opinions in the test kitchen were strong and varied. But we could all agree on plenty of fresh, high-quality crabmeat with very little filler. After some tinkering, we created these decadent cakes-generously sized and highly seasoned-with plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs and spices. The jumbo lump crabmeat is front and center, so splurge on the best and freshest you can find.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- For the crab cakes: Gently fold together the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, chives, Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper and the juice and zest of one lemon in a large bowl. Refrigerate the crab mixture for 15 minutes to firm up; this allows the breadcrumbs to absorb some of the liquid, helping the crab cakes bind together.
- Meanwhile, make the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, chives, zest and juice of 1 lemon in a medium bowl and mix until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Scoop heaping half cups of the crab mixture and pat into 2 1/2-inch wide patties. Lightly press them together so they do not fall apart while cooking. You should have 8 patties.
- Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes to the pan and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then flip using a flat metal spatula. Continue to cook until lightly golden, about 1 1/2 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven. Cook until the crab cakes are completely heated through, about 10 minutes.
- Serve the crab cakes with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
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khan Tayyab
[email protected]These crab cakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I might have used too much bread crumbs. I'll try again next time and use less bread crumbs.
ariyan emon
[email protected]I was looking for a crab cake recipe that was easy to make and didn't require a lot of ingredients. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. The crab cakes were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.
Waqar Tarar
[email protected]These crab cakes are the best I've ever had! The crab meat is tender and flavorful, and the coating is crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making these again soon.
Tashaun Burke
[email protected]I've made these crab cakes several times now, and they're always a hit. They're easy to make and always turn out delicious.
Christina Regg
[email protected]These crab cakes were easy to make and turned out great! I served them with a lemon-butter sauce and a side of asparagus, and they were a hit with my family.
Malik Fiaz Kandan
[email protected]These crab cakes were delicious! I loved the crispy coating and the tender, flavorful crab meat. I will definitely be making these again.
Abdira Hassan
[email protected]These crab cakes were a bit dry, but they still had a good flavor. I think I might have overcooked them a bit. I'll try again next time and cook them for a shorter amount of time.
Sefonias Endale
[email protected]These crab cakes were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best crab cakes he's ever had. I'll probably make them again, but I'll use less Old Bay seasoning next time.
Mukisa Marah
[email protected]I love crab cakes, but I'm always hesitant to order them at restaurants because they're often bland and tasteless. These crab cakes, however, were anything but bland. They were bursting with flavor and had a perfect texture. I will definitely be maki
Fatema Jannat HIrA
[email protected]These crab cakes were a bit more work than I expected, but they were well worth the effort. The cakes were packed with crab meat and had a wonderful flavor. I served them with a lemon-butter sauce and a side of asparagus, and they were a gourmet meal
Alex Cordova
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making crab cakes at home, but this recipe made it so easy. The cakes were simple to prepare and cooked up beautifully. I loved the addition of the Old Bay seasoning, which gave the cakes a delicious Chesapeake Bay flavor.
Crazy Mgrss
[email protected]I've tried many crab cake recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cakes were golden brown and crispy on the outside, and the crab meat was cooked perfectly. I served them with a tartar sauce and a side of coleslaw, and they were
Stone Junaed
[email protected]These crab cakes were absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I especially loved the crispy coating and the tender, flavorful crab meat. I will definitely be making these again.