Florida Crab Cakes

Savor the taste of coastal cuisine with these irresistible Florida Crab Cakes, a true celebration of fresh, tender lump crab meat. Perfectly seasoned with Old Bay, Dijon mustard, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, these golden-brown cakes are elevated by the light crunch of panko breadcrumbs and the zesty freshness of green onion, parsley, and lemon juice. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, these patties are pan-fried to crispy perfection for a mouthwatering appetizer or main dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for seafood lovers, these crab cakes are best served warm with a generous squeeze of lemon and a tangy tartar sauce or spicy aioli. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving an easy weeknight gourmet treat, this recipe is a surefire hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Fresh lump crab meat
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Green onion, minced
• 1 Egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, gently combine the crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, parsley, green onion, beaten egg, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to break up the lumps of crab meat too much.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 8 evenly-sized patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Place the patties on a plate or tray, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help them firm up.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add 4 of the crab cakes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 4

Remove the cooked crab cakes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Repeat the process with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and the remaining 4 crab cakes.

Step 5

Serve the crab cakes warm with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or a spicy aioli.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	688.5 grams (688.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1516

Total Fat 109.70g	141%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.60g
Cholesterol 484mg	161%
Sodium 3291mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 35.30g	13%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 2.70g
Protein 100.80g	202%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 389mg	30%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1816mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.5%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 9.2%