In the heart of Maryland, where the Chesapeake Bay's bounty meets the culinary expertise of local chefs, lies a dish that embodies the essence of summer indulgence: Maryland Crab Cakes. These delectable patties are a symphony of fresh crab meat, carefully seasoned with a blend of savory spices, and delicately coated in golden-brown breadcrumbs. Served alongside a medley of accompaniments, from tangy remoulade sauce to crisp coleslaw, Maryland Crab Cakes offer a delightful dance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our curated collection of recipes takes you on a culinary journey, exploring variations of this iconic dish, each with its unique twist on the classic. From traditional recipes that honor the heritage of Maryland's Eastern Shore to innovative interpretations that push the boundaries of taste, our selection caters to every palate and cooking style. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a taste of Maryland's culinary pride, our recipes will guide you in crafting the perfect crab cake experience.
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MARYLAND CRAB CAKES I
Growing up near the Chesapeake Bay you learn that crabs are as valuable as gold. My mom made crab cakes every Friday in the summer months, but I like my recipe just a tad better. Don't tell mom.
Provided by John L.
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab Crab Cake Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pick the crab meat to remove any remaining pieces of shell.
- Pick bread into small pieces and place in medium-size bowl with crabmeat. Add egg, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Old Bay seasoning ™. Mix ingredients by hand to avoid overworking the crabmeat, you want to keep the lumps of meat as much as possible. Form into patties; this should make 6 good-size cakes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet, then fry cakes for about 4 minutes each side or until brown crust forms on both sides of the crab cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 113.7 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 896 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES WITH QUICK TARTAR SAUCE
A Maryland staple, these crab cakes are made from fresh lump crab meat and just enough filler to bind the crabmeat together.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield Makes 6 large crab cakes
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean-up.
- Combine the eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, Old Bay, salt, celery, and parsley in a large bowl and mix well. Add the crab meat (be sure to check the meat for any hard and sharp cartilage) and panko; using a rubber spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined, being careful not to shred the crab meat. Shape into 6 cakes (each about ½ cup) and place on the prepared baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This helps them set.
- Preheat a large nonstick pan over medium heat and coat with oil. When the oil is hot, place the crab cakes in the pan and cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Be careful as oil may splatter. Serve the crab cakes warm with the tartar sauce.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, relish, mustard, onion, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
- Make-Ahead Instructions: The crab cakes can be formed, covered, and refrigerated a day ahead of time before cooking. The tartar sauce can be made and refrigerated up to 2 days in advance.
- Note: If you can only find jumbo lump crab meat, you may need to break the pieces up a bit. If the clumps are too large, the crab cakes won't hold together well.
- Note: The nutritional information does not include the tartar sauce.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 crab cakes, Calories 299, Fat 14 g, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sugar 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 1141 mg, Cholesterol 275 mg
MARYLAND CRAB CAKES II
Maryland is famous for its crab cakes! After you've tried this recipe, you'll know why.
Provided by Bea Gassman
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab Crab Cake Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Mix together crabmeat, bread crumbs, parsley, salt and pepper.
- Beat together egg, mayonnaise, hot sauce and mustard. Combine with other ingredients and mix well. Form into patties and place on a lightly greased broiler pan or baking sheet.
- Broil for 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 184.8 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 372.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
MARYLAND CRABCAKES
Smart enough for a dinner party
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make the crabcakes: mix together the mayonnaise, egg, Old Bay seasoning, if using, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and parsley. Fold crabmeat into the mix, then add the breadcrumbs. Chill for 20 mins before shaping into 6 equal-sized cakes.
- Heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5. Heat a large ovenproof frying pan, add the olive oil and brown the crabcakes on each side. Then transfer to the oven for 10 mins or until cooked through.
- To make the butter sauce: boil the white wine, shallots, thyme and bay leaf until reduced to about 3 tbsp. Add the cream and bring back to the boil. Remove from the heat and slowly add the butter, whisking all the time. Finish the sauce with fresh lemon juice and season to taste.
- To serve, put the crabcakes onto plates, add a little pot of sauce and serve with dressed green salad leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693 calories, Fat 63 grams fat, SaturatedFat 31 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 11 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 2.18 milligram of sodium
TASTY MARYLAND CRAB CAKES
I've lived in Maryland for more than 50 years, so I know firsthand how much folks around here love crab cakes. I experimented with a number recipes and came up with this one. My family really likes it.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 patties.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the first 8 ingredients. Fold in crab. , Place the bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Drop a third of the crab mixture into crumbs; shape into a 3/4-in. thick patty. Carefully turn to coat. Repeat with remaining crab mixture. , In a large skillet, cook patties in butter for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.
ALL SAINTS SUMMER SUPPER MARYLAND CRAB CAKES
I grew up in southern Maryland, and attended All Saints Episcopal Church, where my parents are still members. Every summer (1st weekend in August) the church hosts its Summer Supper fundraiser, which I consider a southern Maryland tradition, since folks come from all over to eat some great food (ham, fried chicken, green beans, fresh homemade bread, rolls, and desserts, and, oh yeah.. CRABCAKES! This is an adaptation of the recipe used at the supper, so that the yield is something reasonable for a family dinner (as opposed to the hundreds of crabcakes made by the fine folks at All Saints!). Of course, I have added my own touches over the years, but it's still pure "Maryland Crabcake".
Provided by Special Ed
Categories Crab
Time 25m
Yield 9-12 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pick through your crab; there are ALWAYS shells missed at the plant (they pick fast and furiously!).
- Mix all ingredients EXCEPT the breadcrumbs. You can beat the egg before adding, but I scramble it a bit in the bowl then use my hands to get a consistent mix.
- Add the breadcrumbs a bit at a time. The goal is to have just enough to bind the mix into patties, but not too much!
- GENTLY form the mixture into patties, about 31/2 inches in diameter, and 3/4 inch thick. Note that you can make them smaller, if they are appetizers. At this stage, you can refrigerate them; doing so allows a little bit of flavor blending to occur (a good thing).
- Get a cast iron skillet hot, and melt some olive oil, then butter in the pan.
- Saute over medium heat, flipping once, so that both side are a golden brown.
- OPTIONAL Step: after you flip once, add some red wine to the pan, it adds a light glaze to the cakes, and a nice flavor!
- Serve with tartar sauce, as entree, appetizer, or sandwich.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 607.9, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 11.1
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality crab meat. This is the key to making delicious crab cakes. Look for crab meat that is firm and has a sweet, briny flavor.
- Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing will make the crab cakes tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Use a light hand when forming the crab cakes. This will help to keep them delicate and prevent them from falling apart.
- Pan-fry the crab cakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.
Conclusion:
Maryland crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make crab cakes that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a seafood dish to make, give Maryland crab cakes a try!
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