Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Lemon Dill Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare ingredients.
- Mix crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Form the mixture into 8-10 patties and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the lemon dill sauce by mixing sour cream, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve warm crab cakes with lemon dill sauce.
Notes
- Ensure crab meat is fresh for best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Can be served with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)