09/29/2024
Cheddar Bay Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter Drizzle Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Crab Cakes:
1 pound lump crab meat, picked for shells
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
For the Lemon Butter Drizzle:
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Make the Crab Cakes: In a large bowl, combine crab meat, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
Form Cakes: Shape the mixture into patties, about 2 inches wide. Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Cook the Crab Cakes: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the crab cakes for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Lemon Butter Drizzle: In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
Serve: Drizzle the lemon butter over the crab cakes and enjoy!