Baltimore-Style Crab Cakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound fresh crab meat
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 cup bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/4 cup butter for frying
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Lemon wedges, for serving
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, gently combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, fresh parsley, bread crumbs, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
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Shape the mixture into 8-10 crab cakes, pressing gently to hold them together.
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Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
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Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove the crab cakes from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.