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Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe (Little Filler) Recipe

Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe (Little Filler) Recipe
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Enjoy these delicious Maryland Crab Cakes with just the right amount of filler to hold them together, allowing the fresh lump crab meat to shine. Perfect for a special dinner or a casual lunch.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup (60g) mayonnaise
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (up to 1 and 1/2 teaspoons for a spicier kick)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more for serving
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound (454g) fresh lump crab meat*
  • 2/3 cup (41g) saltine cracker crumbs (about 17–18 2-inch crackers)

  • Optional:

  • 2 Tablespoons (30g) melted salted or unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: Whisk the egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, lemon juice, and salt. Gently fold in crab meat and cracker crumbs.
  2. Chill: Refrigerate mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  4. Form Cakes: Portion mixture into 6 mounds on the baking sheet without flattening. Optionally, brush with melted butter.
  5. Bake: Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden. Serve with lemon juice.
  6. Store: Keep leftovers refrigerated for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Handle the crab meat gently to keep the cakes light and tender.
  • Adjust Old Bay seasoning to suit your spice preference.
  • Brushing with butter before baking adds extra richness.

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Keywords: Maryland Crab Cakes, Crab Cakes Recipe, Lump Crab Meat, Old Bay Seasoning, Seafood Recipe

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