Tips for Frying Crab Cakes

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

crab meat

🥗Healthier: imitation crab

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Imitation crab is lower in cost and calories

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Crushed crackers provide a similar texture at a lower cost

Dijon mustard

🥗Healthier: yellow mustard

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Yellow mustard is less spicy and more affordable

Combine crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, egg, and lemon juice in a large bowl.

Gently fold in bread crumbs, green onions, parsley, salt, and black pepper until just mixed.

Form the mixture into patties, about 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick.

Chill the patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the crab cakes to the skillet in batches, cooking until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Transfer the cooked crab cakes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Serve warm with additional lemon wedges and tartar sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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