Appetizer: United States – Crab Cakes

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Crab Cakes recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 40 min
Cook 8 min
Additional 30 min
Total 1 hr 18 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

12 oz (340 g) snow crab meat, picked over for shells
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 / 3 cup (80 ml) mayonnaise
1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) Old Bay seasoning
2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley
3 / 4 cup (75 g) panko breadcrumbs, plus extra for dredging
2 tbsp (30 ml) butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving
For remoulade:
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped cornichon or pickle
1 tsp (5 ml) chopped capers
Pinch paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Show original ingredient measurements
12 oz / 340 g snow crab meat, picked over for shells
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 / 3 cup (80 ml) mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
3 / 4 cup (75 g) panko breadcrumbs, plus extra for dredging
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
Lemon wedges, for serving
For remoulade:
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp chopped cornichon or pickle
1 tsp chopped capers
Pinch paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate.

1. Gently flake snow crab meat into a bowl, removing any shells; fold in egg, mayonnaise, Dijon, Worcestershire, Old Bay and parsley.
2. Fold in 3/4 cup (180 ml) panko until mixture holds together; chill 20–30 minutes to firm.
3. Form into small golf-ball–sized patties, press lightly, then dredge both sides in extra panko.
4. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook crab cakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
5. Whisk remoulade ingredients together; serve crab cakes warm with remoulade and lemon wedges.
Show original instructions
1. Gently flake snow crab meat into a bowl, removing any shells; fold in egg, mayonnaise, Dijon, Worcestershire, Old Bay and parsley.
2. Fold in 3/4 cup panko until mixture holds together; chill 20–30 minutes to firm.
3. Form into small golf-ball–sized patties, press lightly, then dredge both sides in extra panko.
4. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook crab cakes 3–4 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
5. Whisk remoulade ingredients together; serve crab cakes warm with remoulade and lemon wedges.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 4

Calories: 613 kcal
Carbohydrates: 15.4 g
Protein: 23.8 g
Fat: 50.3 g
Saturated fat: 10.7 g
Cholesterol: 146 mg
Fiber: 1.2 g
Sodium: 924 mg
Potassium: 444 mg
Calcium: 106 mg
Iron: 1.92 mg
Vitamin A: 111 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 5.9 mg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:15+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1765
Country
United States
Region
Maryland
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1765

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!