Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Maryland with this easy and flavorful Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe. These baked crab cakes are a light yet satisfying dish perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to elegant gatherings. Made with fresh lump crab meat and seasoned with classic Old Bay seasoning, each cake bursts with seafood goodness. They are simple to prepare and can be enhanced with your favorite dipping sauces or sides, making them a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether served as an appetizer or main dish, these crab cakes are sure to impress your guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- ⅔ cup saltine cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, mayonnaise, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and salt until combined.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat and cracker crumbs using a silicone spatula.
- Cover and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and grease a baking sheet.
- Scoop the mixture into mounds on the baking sheet without flattening them.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg