This down-home crab cake recipe made with claw meat is heavy on the crab and light on the filler.
Ingredients
- 16 saltine crackers, finely crushed
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 pound flaked cooked crabmeat
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
- 1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®) (Optional)
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Stir together crushed crackers and water in a large bowl. Let stand until softened, about 1 minute. Fold in crabmeat, egg, mayonnaise, and mustard. Add seafood seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; stir gently until evenly mixed. Form crab mixture into 3/4-inch-thick patties and place on a tray.
Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Cook patties in hot oil until golden brown and hot in the center, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.
Editor’s Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 136 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat6g | 8% |
Saturated Fat1g | 5% |
Cholesterol68mg | 23% |
Sodium565mg | 25% |
Total Carbohydrate5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars0g | |
Protein14g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 11% |
Calcium44mg | 3% |
Iron1mg | 4% |
Potassium261mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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