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Crispy Crab Cakes Recipe Easy Homemade Zesty Remoulade Sauce

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These crispy crab cakes feature a golden crust with tender crab inside, paired with a tangy, zesty remoulade sauce. Perfect for quick dinners or entertaining, they balance crunch and flavor beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • For the Zesty Remoulade Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (like Tabasco)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp capers, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crab Cake Mixture (10 minutes): In a medium bowl, gently combine lump crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, beaten eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, green onions, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Be careful not to overmix; keep crab in lumps. Add more panko if mixture feels too wet.
  2. Shape the Crab Cakes (5 minutes): Form mixture into 8 even patties, about 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick. Place on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate at least 15 minutes to firm up.
  3. Make the Zesty Remoulade Sauce (5 minutes): Whisk together mayonnaise, whole grain mustard, ketchup, lemon juice, hot sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and capers in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Heat the Pan and Oil (5 minutes): Pour about 1/4 inch vegetable oil into skillet and heat over medium until shimmering but not smoking (about 350°F). Test oil by dropping a breadcrumb; it should bubble immediately.
  5. Cook the Crab Cakes (15 minutes): Place crab cakes in hot oil, leaving space between each. Cook about 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding. Flip gently with spatula.
  6. Drain and Serve (2 minutes): Transfer crab cakes to paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with zesty remoulade sauce.

Notes

Chill crab cakes for at least 15 minutes before cooking to prevent falling apart. Maintain medium heat when frying to avoid burning crust or undercooking inside. Use a flexible spatula to flip gently. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway. Flavors deepen if remoulade sauce sits overnight.

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