THE BEST CRAB CAKES
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
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.
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Jeyaseelan Komahan
[email protected]I've never made crab cakes before, but this recipe made it easy. The crab cakes were so good, and I will definitely be making them again.
Sancryz Entertainment
[email protected]These crab cakes were easy to make and turned out great! I used canned crab meat and they were still very good.
Alessia
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab cakes turned out great! They were moist and flavorful, and the bread crumbs and seasonings were just right.
Awais Bhai
[email protected]These crab cakes were delicious! I used fresh crab meat and they were so good. I will definitely be making these again.
Mujiv Sk
[email protected]I've made crab cakes many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The crab cakes were so moist and flavorful, and they held together perfectly.
X9 Adil
[email protected]These crab cakes were easy to make and turned out great! I used canned crab meat and they were still very good.
Shakibul Islam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab cakes turned out perfect. They were moist and flavorful, and the bread crumbs and seasonings were just right.
Mohsin Ramzan
[email protected]These crab cakes were amazing! I used fresh crab meat and they were so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Ambly
[email protected]I've never made crab cakes before, but this recipe made it easy. The crab cakes were so good, and I will definitely be making them again.
claribell Read
[email protected]These crab cakes were delicious! I used canned crab meat and they still turned out great. I will definitely be making these again.
meli pina
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab cakes turned out great! They were moist and flavorful, and the bread crumbs and seasonings were just right. I served them with a lemon wedge and tartar sauce, and they were a hit with my family.
Tuga Malon
[email protected]These crab cakes were easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh crab meat and they were so good. I will definitely be making these again.
Jay Neff (#1 Mizuki Fan)
[email protected]I've made crab cakes many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The crab cakes were so moist and flavorful, and they held together perfectly. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.
manasses kimathi
[email protected]These crab cakes were absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. The crab meat was fresh and flavorful, and the bread crumbs and seasonings were just right. I served them with a lemon wedge and tartar sauce, and