Best 9 Down East Crab Cakes Savoring Cape Cod Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Escape to the charming coastal haven of Cape Cod and embark on a culinary journey with the delectable Down East Crab Cakes. These savory morsels, infused with the essence of the sea, have been a cherished tradition in the region for generations. Prepared with fresh, succulent crab meat, these crab cakes are delicately seasoned and coated in a golden-brown crust. Accompanied by a zesty remoulade sauce, they offer a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Indulge in three variations of this classic dish: the traditional Down East Crab Cakes, the Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes with their unique blend of spices, and the Maryland Crab Cakes, renowned for their generous filling. Each recipe offers a distinct culinary experience, showcasing the versatility of this beloved seafood delicacy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASTERN SHORE CRAB CAKES



Eastern Shore Crab Cakes image

In Delaware, we're surrounded by an abundance of fresh seafood, particularly terrific crab. The secret to great crab cakes is fresh crab meat, not too much filler and not breaking up the crab too much. This recipe does all that. -Cynthia Bent, Newark, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, seafood seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Fold in crab. Shape into six patties., In a large skillet, cook crab cakes in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 calories, Fat 44g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 235mg cholesterol, Sodium 952mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

THE BEST CRAB CAKES



The Best Crab Cakes image

When we set out to make the "best" crab cakes, opinions in the test kitchen were strong and varied. But we could all agree on plenty of fresh, high-quality crabmeat with very little filler. After some tinkering, we created these decadent cakes-generously sized and highly seasoned-with plenty of lemon juice, fresh herbs and spices. The jumbo lump crabmeat is front and center, so splurge on the best and freshest you can find.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds fresh jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
1 1/2 cups panko
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped chives
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice and zest of 1 lemon, plus more lemon wedges for serving
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles (about 2 whole pickles)
1 tablespoon capers, chopped
1 tablespoon minced chives
Juice and zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • For the crab cakes: Gently fold together the crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, chives, Dijon mustard, seafood seasoning, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper and the juice and zest of one lemon in a large bowl. Refrigerate the crab mixture for 15 minutes to firm up; this allows the breadcrumbs to absorb some of the liquid, helping the crab cakes bind together.
  • Meanwhile, make the tartar sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, chives, zest and juice of 1 lemon in a medium bowl and mix until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Scoop heaping half cups of the crab mixture and pat into 2 1/2-inch wide patties. Lightly press them together so they do not fall apart while cooking. You should have 8 patties.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes to the pan and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then flip using a flat metal spatula. Continue to cook until lightly golden, about 1 1/2 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven. Cook until the crab cakes are completely heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve the crab cakes with the tartar sauce and lemon wedges.

DOWN EAST CRAB CAKES



Down East Crab Cakes image

Make and share this Down East Crab Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh-picked maine crabmeat (or any other fresh crabmeat)
3 cups unseasoned dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 -5 dashes Tabasco sauce or 4 -5 dashes other hot pepper sauce
1 medium red bell pepper, finely minced
4 scallions, minced
1 stalk celery, finely minced
1 large egg
1 cup mayonnaise (approximately)
1/4 cup additional breadcrumbs, for coating
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine crabmeat, breadcrumbs, mustard, hot sauce, bell pepper, scallions, celery and egg in a large bowl.
  • Add just enough mayonnaise to hold the ingredients together, being careful not to make it so moist that the mixture will fall apart.
  • Divide into 8 patties.
  • Coat with additional bread crumbs, then fry, four at a time, in hot oil until crispy and brown on all sides.
  • ***Patties can be made ahead of time and frozen- they freeze very well.

DOWN-SOUTH CRAB CAKES WITH COLLARD GREENS AND ROASTED GARLIC BEURRE BLANC



Down-South Crab Cakes with Collard Greens and Roasted Garlic Beurre Blanc image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 3h30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

2 cups cornbread crumbs
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup Creole mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon
1 pound fresh jumbo lump crabmeat
Vegetable cooking spray
Collard Greens, recipe follows
Roasted Garlic Beurre Blanc, recipe follows
chopped fresh chives
diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced prosciutto
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds fresh collard greens
3 cups chicken broth
6 garlic cloves
Olive oil
Salt and black pepper
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup cold butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl. Gently stir in crabmeat. Shape mixture into 10 (3 to 3 1/2-inch) patties. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 12 minutes.
  • Spoon Collard Greens onto individual serving plates, using a slotted spoon; top each serving with 2 crab cakes. Drizzle with Roasted Garlic Beurre Blanc. Garnish, if desired.
  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add prosciutto, and saute 2 minutes. Add butter, onion, and garlic; saute until onion is tender. Add collard greens and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 30 to 45 minutes or until greens are tender.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place garlic in center of an aluminum foil sheet. Drizzle garlic lightly with oil; sprinkle with salt and black pepper, to taste.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.
  • Squeeze out pulp from each garlic clove into a medium saucepan. Add lemon juice and white wine to garlic. Cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat about 20 minutes or until reduced by three-fourths. Stir in whipping cream; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until reduced by half. Remove from heat; gradually whisk in butter, a few pieces at a time, until sauce is slightly thickened and smooth. Stir in salt and ground red pepper.

EASY CRAB CAKES



Easy Crab Cakes image

Ready-to-go crabmeat makes these delicate patties easier than other crab cake recipes. You can also form the crab mixture into four thick patties instead of eight crab cakes. -Charlene Spelock, Apollo, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/3 cup bread crumbs, green onions, red pepper, egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder and cayenne; fold in crab., Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Divide mixture into eight portions; shape into 2-in. balls. Gently coat in bread crumbs and shape into 1/2-in.-thick patties., In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add crab cakes; cook until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST EVER CRAB CAKES



Best Ever Crab Cakes image

These are the fastest, easiest crab cakes I have ever made and some of the best I have ever eaten! Serve with coarse mustard on the plate or your favorite mustard sauce.

Provided by LINDACHEK

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon minced green onions
8 ounces crabmeat
½ cup crushed buttery round crackers
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, mayonnaise, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, tarragon, and scallions. Gently stir in crabmeat, being careful not to break up meat. Gradually mix in cracker crumbs, adding until desired consistency is achieved.
  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Form crab mixture into 4 patties. Place patties in skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 108.5 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 354.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

CRAB CAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



Crab Cakes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small shallot, fresh parsley, fresh chives, egg, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, fresh lump crab meat, fine sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, panko breadcrumbs, all purpose flour, unsalted butter, tartar sauce, lemon wedge

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
1 egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional
1 lb fresh lump crab meat, picked over
fine sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons all purpose flour, for dusing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
tartar sauce, recipe follows
lemon wedge

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the shallot, parsley, chives, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne if using.
  • Add the crabmeat, season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Add the breadcrumbs and mix just to combine.
  • Form into 6 equal patties and place on a plate. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour.
  • Coat the cakes lightly with flour, and shake off any excess.
  • In a large skillet set over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Fry the crab cakes until golden and crisp, 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain slightly.
  • Serve warm with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 1 gram

COD CAKES



Cod Cakes image

Cod cakes are terrific with cod, but can be made with any white-fleshed fish. Poach the fillets in bay-leaf-scented water, then flake the cooled meat into a New Englandish mirepoix of sautéed onions and celery. Eggs and cracker crumbs will help bind everything together below a drift of spice. Make sure to leave some time to chill the resulting patties in the refrigerator - the cold will help them set up so they don't fall apart in the sauté pan. A light smear of mayonnaise on the exterior of the cakes before you fry them will encourage the most glorious crust. Serve with a thatch of green salad, a bowl of chowder or a neat pile of slaw.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     cakes, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings as a main course, 6 to 8 servings as an appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1 lemon, cut into eighths
1 pound cod fillets, or other white flaky fish
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ribs celery, trimmed, peeled and diced
1 medium-size yellow onion, peeled and diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 heaping tablespoon mayonnaise, homemade or store-bought
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning, Lawry's Seasoned Salt or 1 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
1 ''sleeve'' unsalted saltine crackers, crushed, or 1 heaping cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 bunch parsley, roughly chopped
1/4 cup neutral oil, like canola

Steps:

  • Fill a shallow, wide pan with high sides with about an inch of water, and set it over high heat. Add the peppercorns, bay leaf and 1 section of the lemon to the water, and allow it to come to a bare simmer. Place the fish into this poaching liquid, and cook, barely simmering, until the flesh has just begun to whiten all the way through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Using a wide spatula, carefully remove the fish from the water, and set aside to cool.
  • Empty the pan, and return it to the stove, over medium-high heat. Add the butter, and allow it to melt, swirling it around the pan. When the butter foams, add the celery, onions and garlic, and sauté, stirring often, until the vegetables soften and the onions turn translucent, then transfer them to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, eggs, salt, pepper and seasoning salt (or paprika and hot-pepper flakes), then add this mixture to the bowl with the sautéed vegetables, pour the crushed saltines or bread crumbs over them and stir to combine. Add the parsley, and stir again.
  • Flake the cooked fish into the binding sauce carefully, keeping the flakes as whole as you can manage, then gather them into small balls, and form them into patties, 4-6 for a main course, 6-8 for an appetizer. Place them on a sheet pan or platter, cover loosely with plastic wrap and transfer them to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
  • Set a large sauté pan over high heat, and add to it the neutral oil. When the oil is shimmering, remove the fish cakes from the refrigerator, and carefully sauté the patties until they are golden brown, approximately 4 to 5 minutes a side. Work in batches if necessary. (A small smear of mayonnaise on the exterior of the patties will give them a crisp crust.) Serve them alone, or with greens dressed in a lemony vinaigrette, with the remaining wedges of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 361, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 443 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRAB CAKES WITH CHESAPEAKE BAY MAYO



Crab Cakes with Chesapeake Bay Mayo image

I placed my personal stamp on my Aunt Ellie's crab cake recipe by changing up some of her ingredients. They're served with a tart and tangy creamy sauce. You can serve them on an appetizer spread or as a terrific first-course at a formal dinner.-Michelle Critchell, Moon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
CRAB CAKES:
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and chill until serving. For crab cakes, in a large bowl, combine the egg, cheese, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, mustard, seafood seasoning and pepper. Fold in crab. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., With floured hands, shape mixture by 2 tablespoonfuls into 1/2-in.-thick patties. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook crab cakes in oil in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. Fresh crab meat is more flavorful and succulent than frozen or canned crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat is a good substitute.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing the crab cakes will make them tough. Gently mix the ingredients together until they are just combined.
  • Form the crab cakes into small patties. Small crab cakes will cook more evenly and are easier to flip.
  • Pan-fry the crab cakes over medium heat. Medium heat will help the crab cakes cook through without burning the outside.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Crab cakes are delicious with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or a simple lemon-butter sauce.

Conclusion:

Down East crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. They are perfect for a summer cookout or a special occasion dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create crab cakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious seafood dish, give Down East crab cakes a try!

Related Topics