Crab cakes make for a delectable dish that brings a taste of the sea to your dining table. With a crispy exterior and succulent, flavorful crab on the inside, these famous crab cakes are guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply craving a special meal for your family, this recipe will have you creating restaurant-quality crab cakes in the comfort of your own home.
**Famous Crab Cakes**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 pound of lump crab meat
– 2/3 cup of breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
– 1 egg
– 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
– 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
– 2 green onions, finely chopped
– 1/2 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons of butter
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
**Instructions:**
1. In a large mixing bowl, gently pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shells or cartilage. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much; you want to keep those delicious lumps intact.
2. Add the breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chopped parsley, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the crab meat. Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to keep the crab meat as whole as possible.
3. Shape the mixture into patties of your desired size. You can make smaller cakes for appetizers or larger ones for a main course. Place the crab cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling the crab cakes helps them hold their shape when cooking.
4. In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and the oil is shimmering, carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet. Cook in batches if necessary, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
5. Cook the crab cakes for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Gently flip them over using a spatula to ensure they cook evenly on both sides.
6. Once the crab cakes are cooked through and beautifully browned, remove them from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7. Serve the famous crab cakes hot, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and a wedge of lemon. These crab cakes are delicious on their own or paired with a tangy tartar sauce or a zesty remoulade.
Enjoy these famous crab cakes as a delightful appetizer, a flavorful main course, or a show-stopping dish at your next dinner party. The combination of tender crab meat, flavorful seasonings, and crispy coating is sure to impress your guests and have them coming back for seconds!
