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The Easiest Crab Cakes Recipe

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This recipe for the easiest crab cakes offers a quick and simple way to create flavorful, crispy crab patties using lump crabmeat, combined with classic ingredients like mayonnaise, panko, and Cajun seasoning. Perfectly pan-fried to golden brown, these crab cakes make a delicious appetizer or main dish ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Crab Cake Mixture

  • 1 pound lump crabmeat
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • Juice of half a lemon

For Frying

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the lump crabmeat, mayonnaise, Panko breadcrumbs, flour, egg, sliced green onions, finely diced red bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix everything gently until just combined to maintain the lumps of crab meat, then shape the mixture into crab cake patties of your preferred size.
  2. Heat Oil: In a large saucepan or skillet, pour in the vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, usually around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Fry Patties: Carefully add the crab cake patties to the hot oil. Fry each side for about 4 to 5 minutes or until they achieve a golden brown color and crispy exterior. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
  4. Serve: Remove the crab cakes from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon for added brightness.

Notes

  • Use lump crabmeat for a superior texture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the crab cake mixture to keep the crab chunks intact.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with canola or peanut oil for frying.
  • Serve with tartar sauce, remoulade, or a spicy aioli for complementing flavors.
  • These crab cakes can be baked at 375°F for 15-20 minutes if you prefer a healthier cooking method.

Keywords: crab cakes, easy crab cakes, seafood appetizer, pan-fried crab cakes, lump crabmeat recipe

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