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A delicious plate of Golden Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter

Golden Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter

Delicious crab cakes made with jumbo lump crab meat, served with a zesty lemon butter sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g jumbo lump crab meat
  • 60 g panko breadcrumbs
  • 60 g mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • 15 g Dijon mustard
  • 5 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 5 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 5 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 30 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 30 g unsalted butter
  • 30 g olive oil
  • 45 g unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 15 g fresh lemon juice
  • 5 g chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, lemon juice, parsley, and panko. Gently fold in the jumbo lump crab, keeping the larger pieces as intact as possible.
  2. Divide the mixture into thick, even cakes. Chill for 20 to 30 minutes so the cakes firm up and hold their shape in the skillet.
  3. Warm the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the crab cakes for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the exterior is deep golden and the center is warmed through.
  4. For the optional sauce, melt the butter in a small saucepan and gently cook the garlic for about 30 seconds. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley until the sauce is fragrant and bright.
  5. Arrange the crab cakes on plates and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce if using. Serve with salad, roasted vegetables, or rice for a polished seafood meal.

Notes

These crab cakes are perfect for a special occasion or a delicious weeknight meal. Serve them with a fresh salad or your favorite side dish for a complete meal.