American · Appetizers

Baltimore-Style Crab Cakes

Classic Baltimore-style crab cakes made with fresh crab meat, breadcrumbs, and a savory binding. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Prep: 15m
Cook: 15m
Total: 30m
Serves: 4
Difficulty: easy

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01
Combine your crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and egg in a large bowl, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
02
Form the mixture into 4 cakes, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
03
Heat your oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04
Carefully place your crab cakes in the hot oil and cook until golden brown on the first side.
05
Flip and cook on the other side until golden brown and heated through.
06
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then serve immediately.

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