Crispy Crab Cakes

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Crab Cakes.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious crab cakes, grab a large skillet and warm up 2 tablespoons of olive oil over high heat.

2. Step 2

   Toss in the chopped green onions and sauté them until they’re tender and fragrant.

3. Step 3

   Once they’re ready, take them off the heat and let them cool for a moment.

4. Step 4

   In a mixing bowl, combine the drained crabmeat with the sautéed green onions, crushed buttery crackers, egg, mayonnaise, dry mustard, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

5. Step 5

   Stir everything together until it’s well mixed and you can see all those wonderful ingredients coming together.

6. Step 6

   Now, it’s time to shape your mixture into ten delightful patties, each about half an inch thick.

7. Step 7

   For a crispy finish, pour some panko or dry bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and gently coat each patty, pressing lightly to make sure the crumbs stick.

8. Step 8

   Next, return to your skillet and heat up half a cup of olive oil over medium-high heat.

9. Step 9

   Carefully place the crab cakes into the hot oil, cooking them until they turn a beautiful golden brown on each side, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

10. Step 10

    Once they’re perfectly cooked, transfer the crab cakes to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.

11. Step 11

    Serve them hot and enjoy the delightful flavors of your homemade crab cakes!.