How to Make Crab Cakes | Catch & Cook Speckled Swimmer Crab | Crab Recipes

crab meat

🥗Healthier: imitation crab

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Imitation crab is lower in cost and calories.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while adding creaminess.

Old Bay seasoning

🥗Healthier: Cajun seasoning

💰Cheaper: mixed herbs

Cajun seasoning offers similar flavor at a lower cost.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal can bind ingredients while being plant-based.

Combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, and parsley in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth.

Add the wet mixture to the crab mixture and stir gently to combine.

Fold in the egg and green onions until just incorporated.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.

Form the mixture into patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.

Heat oil in a flat top griddle over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the crab cakes to the griddle, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

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

Serve warm with tartar sauce or lemon wedges.

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