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Crab Cakes Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 pound crabmeat
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crab Cake Mixture:
- Begin by putting the crabmeat in a mixing bowl.
- Add the beaten egg to the crabmeat.
- Lightly mix the ingredients together.
2. Add Flavorful Ingredients:
- Incorporate the remaining ingredients into the mixing bowl in the order listed: yellow mustard, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, ground black pepper, and breadcrumbs.
3. Form the Crab Cakes:
- Once all the ingredients are combined, form the crab cake mixture into the desired size patties. You can make them as big or as small as you prefer, keeping in mind that smaller patties will cook faster.
4. Fry the Crab Cakes:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium to high heat. Ensure there’s about 1/2-inch of oil covering the bottom of the skillet.
- Carefully place the formed crab cakes into the hot oil, leaving enough space between each cake to ensure even cooking.
- Fry the crab cakes on one side until they turn golden brown and crispy. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Carefully flip the crab cakes using a spatula to ensure they cook evenly on both sides.
- Continue frying until the second side is also golden brown and crispy, usually another 3-4 minutes.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the crab cakes are cooked to perfection, remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice.
- These delicious crab cakes can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or as part of a larger meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 153.6
- Total Fat: 2.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 62.7mg
- Sodium: 797mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.5g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugars: 1.8g
- Protein: 17.5g
Crab cakes are a delightful treat that are sure to please your taste buds with their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. Whether you’re enjoying them as a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or a tasty appetizer, these homemade crab cakes are guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends alike. So why wait? Get cooking and indulge in the irresistible goodness of homemade crab cakes today!
