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**Maryland Crab Cakes: A Culinary Journey Through History and Taste**

Savor the essence of Maryland's culinary heritage with our Maryland Crab Cakes recipe collection. Embark on a delectable journey through time, tracing the evolution of this iconic dish from its humble origins to its current status as a celebrated delicacy.

Our comprehensive guide presents a diverse selection of crab cake recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this timeless classic. From traditional recipes that honor the dish's roots to innovative takes that push the boundaries of flavor, our collection caters to every palate and preference.

Recreate the authentic taste of Maryland crab cakes with our classic recipe, featuring succulent crab meat, a blend of seasonings, and a golden-brown crust. Alternatively, explore variations such as our spicy crab cakes, which infuse a touch of heat with jalapeños and cayenne pepper, or our crab cakes with corn and bell peppers, adding a vibrant sweetness and crunch.

For those seeking a lighter option, our baked crab cakes offer a healthier alternative, without compromising on flavor. And for a truly indulgent experience, try our crab cakes with lobster, combining two of the sea's most luxurious ingredients.

No matter your culinary skill level, our detailed instructions and helpful tips ensure a successful crab cake-making experience. Gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let the delectable journey begin.

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

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES WITH QUICK TARTAR SAUCE



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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

2 large eggs
2½ tablespoons mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's
1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup finely diced celery, from one stalk
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 pound lump crab meat (see note below)
½ cup panko
Vegetable or canola oil, for cooking
1 cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's or Duke's
1½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced red onion
1-2 tablespoons lemon juice, to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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

REAL MARYLAND CRAB CAKES



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If the Maryland Flag weren't so cool, we'd probably fly a picture of a crab cake over the statehouse. Once you've had your first real one made with handpicked Maryland jumbo lump crab, you'll know why.

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound jumbo lump, handpicked Maryland crabmeat
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
5 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp prepared mustard
1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning or J.O. Crab Seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and crab seasoning and mix well.
  • Pour mixture over crabmeat and fold in taking care not to break up the lumps.
  • Form into six cakes and pat until just firm, then deep fry in 350°F corn oil 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC MARYLAND CRAB CAKES RECIPE



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Use this recipe to make delicious, plump Maryland-style crab cakes at home. Made with crab, crackers, Dijon mustard, mayo, Worcestershire, and spices.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Lunch     Entree

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lump or backfin crabmeat
8 saltine crackers
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For serving: lemon wedges and tartar sauce or remoulade

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Drain the crabmeat and pick through it, discarding any shells and cartilage. Put the crabmeat in a bowl and set it aside.
  • Crush the saltine crackers until very fine and mix with the egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
  • Fold in the crab gently. Only mix enough to combine ingredients (take care not to break up the crab into fine shreds).
  • Shape into 6 crab cakes, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the crab cakes until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Serve the crab cakes with tartar sauce, rémoulade , or simply with a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 485 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES I



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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

1 pound crabmeat
2 slices white bread, crusts trimmed
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
2 tablespoons butter

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



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup Japanese bread crumbs (panko)
1 teaspoon crab boil seasoning
1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley
2 pounds jumbo lump crabmeat

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine all ingredients excluding crabmeat and mix thoroughly. Add crabmeat and toss gently to prevent the lumps from breaking up. Portion to 4-ounce servings and bake for 11 minutes.

MARYLAND CRAB CAKES



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If you have ever been to the Maryland area or once lived there you would know how AWESOME the seafood is! This recipe will not disappoint you! It was handed down to me from my Mommom, who has lived in Delaware ( Maryland's Neighbor) her entire life. Please try it and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have over the years!

Provided by Leslie O

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 6-9 cakes, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lump crabmeat
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise (do not use dressing)
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard

Steps:

  • Mix together eggs, mayo, OLD BAY, pepper, worcestershire sauce, and mustard, until creamy.
  • Add bread crumbs, mixing evenly.
  • Add in the crab meat, being sure to mix evenly.
  • Shape into cakes.
  • Makes 6 large or 9 medium crabcakes.
  • Saute in pan with a little oil for about 5 minutes on each side.
  • You can also broil them until brown. This may require you to flip them, depending on your pan.
  • Serve with tartar sauce and lemon.
  • Tip: Try a crabcake sandwich. I use a Martin's Brand potato roll topped with tartar sauce and crisp lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.6, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 238.8, Sodium 861.1, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.4, Protein 40.5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality crab meat. Fresh crab meat should be firm, opaque, and have a sweet, briny smell. Avoid crab meat that is watery, mushy, or has a strong fishy odor.
  • Use a combination of crab meat. For the best flavor, use a combination of lump crab meat and backfin crab meat. Lump crab meat is the most expensive, but it has the best flavor. Backfin crab meat is less expensive, but it still has a good flavor.
  • Don't overmix the crab cakes. Overmixing the crab cakes will make them tough. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined.
  • Use a light touch when forming the crab cakes. Don't pack the crab cakes too tightly, or they will be dense and heavy. Gently shape the crab cakes into patties, using a light touch.
  • Cook the crab cakes over medium heat. Cooking the crab cakes over medium heat will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the crab cakes immediately. Crab cakes are best served immediately after they are cooked. If you need to make them ahead of time, you can cook them and then reheat them in a warm oven or on a grill.

Conclusion:

These Maryland crab cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a classic Maryland crab cake that your family and friends will love. Serve these crab cakes with your favorite sides, such as tartar sauce, coleslaw, or french fries.

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