Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab Cakes

Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab Cakes

Courtesy of Virginia Marine Products Board 6 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 8 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
1/3 c. mayonnaise
1 1/2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
2-3 large eggs
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1/2 c. fresh soft breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
2 Tbsp. green onion, finely chopped
1 tsp. zest of fresh lemon
1 pinch of cayenne pepper
2 tsp. prepared horseradish
2 lb. fresh Virginia jumbo lump blue crab meat
salt and black pepper, to taste
flour
clarified butter or peanut oil for sautéing

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients except crabmeat. Taste and adjust seasoning. Gently fold into crabmeat.

2. Portion into 3 1/2 oz. cakes. Lightly flour, sauté in clarified butter or peanut oil. Serve immediately.