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Maine Crab Cakes

Name: Maine Crab Cakes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Maine crab meat', 'amount': '1 lb, picked over for shells'}; {'ingredient': 'Mayonnaise', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Dijon mustard', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Worcestershire sauce', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Hot sauce', 'amount': '1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Green onions', 'amount': '2, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Saltine crackers', 'amount': '1 cup, crushed'}; {'ingredient': 'Egg', 'amount': '1, beaten'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': 'for frying'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon wedges', 'amount': 'for serving'}; {'ingredient': 'Tartar sauce', 'amount': 'for serving'}

Savor the taste of the coast with these delectable Maine Crab Cakes, bursting with fresh crab meat and seasoned to perfection. With a crispy golden exterior and a tender, flavorful center, these crab cakes are not just an appetizer but a true culinary experience. Originating from the coastal waters of Maine, where blue crab is a prized catch, these cakes bring a taste of New England right to your table. Pair them with a zesty homemade tartar sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon for an unforgettable bite!

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Maine crab meat (1 lb, picked over for shells)
Mayonnaise (1/2 cup)
Dijon mustard (1 tablespoon)
Worcestershire sauce (1 teaspoon)
Hot sauce (1 teaspoon (adjust to taste))
Fresh parsley (2 tablespoons, finely chopped)
Green onions (2, finely chopped)
Saltine crackers (1 cup, crushed)
Egg (1, beaten)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Lemon wedges (for serving)
Tartar sauce (for serving)

Instructions

In a large bowl, gently combine the picked crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, parsley, green onions, crushed saltine crackers, and beaten egg. Be careful not to break the crab meat too much; you want to keep some chunks for texture.
Once everything is mixed well, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help the mixture firm up.
After chilling, take the mixture out and form it into 8 patties, about 1 inch thick.
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet.
Carefully add the crab cakes to the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Serve immediately with homemade tartar sauce and lemon wedges on the side for a fresh burst of flavor.

Dietary Information

Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Appetizer/Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Total Time: 1 hour • Calories: 250 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 12g • Protein: 18g • Sodium: 450mg • Sugar: 1g

Maine Crab Cakes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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