Description
If you’re craving a dish that combines the savory goodness of crab with the comforting flavors of cheddar, look no further than these Cheddar Bay Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter Drizzle. Inspired by the classic Cheddar Bay biscuits, these crab cakes are a perfect blend of crispy exterior and tender interior, making them an ideal appetizer or main course for any occasion. Topped with a warm, zesty lemon butter drizzle, they bring a touch of indulgence that is hard to resist.
Ingredients
For the Crab Cakes:
1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed butter crackers (or Cheddar Bay biscuit mix)
1 large egg
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp butter or oil, for frying
For the Lemon Butter Drizzle:
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine crab meat, cheddar cheese, crushed crackers, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, mixing carefully to keep crab meat in large pieces.
- Shape the mixture into 8-10 small patties, pressing gently to hold their shape.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter or oil over medium heat. Cook crab cakes in batches, 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the lemon butter drizzle, combine melted butter, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Drizzle over the crab cakes before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality lump crab meat.
These crab cakes can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or frozen for later use.
Serve with a side of tartar sauce or spicy aioli for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American / Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 crab cakes
- Calories: 210 kcal