How to Make Fried Crab Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab cakes are a beloved dish in many coastal regions, and for good reason. The sweet, delicate flavor of crab meat combined with the satisfying crunch of a perfectly fried outer coating is a match made in food heaven. Whether you're a fan of traditional Maryland-style crab cakes or prefer a more adventurous take on this classic dish, there's no denying the appeal of a well-made crab cake.

While crab cakes are delicious when pan-fried, there's something special about the extra crispy ...

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • ½ pound cooked lump crabmeat, drained
  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 4 crab cakes

  • Mix 1/3 cup panko, egg, parsley, mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, and mustard together in a medium bowl. Gently fold in crabmeat. Form into 4 patties and coat with remaining panko.
  • Heat coconut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry patties until crispy, flipping once, about 12 minutes total.
  • While patties cook, prepare the sauce: Combine mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, and lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor; process until smooth.
  • Serve crab cakes with sauce on the side.
  • Nutrition

    869 cal.

    • Total Fat: 74g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 205mg
    • Sodium: 1653mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 95mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 565mg