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Recipe For Crab Cakes With Old Bay Seasoning

Crab cakes are a delicious staple in Maryland and other coastal states. These cakes are made with fresh crab meat and seasoned to perfection. One of the most popular seasonings used for crab cakes is Old Bay seasoning. This spice blend gives the crab cakes a unique and unforgettable flavor. Here is a recipe for crab cakes with Old Bay seasoning that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Ingredients:

The ingredients you will need for this recipe include:

  • 1 pound of fresh crab meat
  • 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup of chopped red bell pepper
  • 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Make sure to buy fresh crab meat for this recipe. The fresher the crab meat, the better the crab cakes will taste. You can usually find fresh crab meat at your local seafood market.

Instructions:

Follow these instructions to make delicious crab cakes with Old Bay seasoning:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the crab meat, Old Bay seasoning, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, green onions, red bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined.
  2. Form the crab mixture into patties. You should be able to make about 8 to 10 patties with this recipe, depending on the size you prefer.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the crab cakes to the pan. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
  4. Remove the crab cakes from the pan and place them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
  5. Serve the crab cakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

That's it! These crab cakes are easy to make and taste amazing. The Old Bay seasoning gives them a unique flavor that you won't find in any other recipe.

Variations:

If you want to switch things up, here are some variations you can try:

  • Instead of frying the crab cakes, you can bake them in the oven. Preheat the oven to 375°F, place the crab cakes on a baking sheet, and bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Add some chopped jalapeños to the crab mixture to give the cakes a little kick.
  • You can also add some chopped bacon to the crab mixture for a smoky flavor.
  • If you don't have Old Bay seasoning, you can use a seafood seasoning blend instead.

Get creative with your crab cakes and see what kind of variations you can come up with!

Conclusion:

Crab cakes with Old Bay seasoning are a classic dish that everyone should try at least once. They are easy to make and taste amazing. This recipe is perfect for dinner parties or just a weeknight dinner at home. Give it a try and see for yourself how delicious crab cakes can be.

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