5-Ingredient Crab Cakes
Who doesn’t love crab cakes? I adore this classic often enjoyed on the American East Coast. Here’s my homemade crab cakes recipe, ready in just a few minutes with only 5 simple ingredients.
Easy 5-Ingredient Crab Cakes – flavorful, quick, and crispy
Why make this recipe?
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Only 5 main ingredients: simple, quick, and hassle-free.
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Perfect texture: crispy on the outside, tender, and packed with crab on the inside.
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No mayonnaise in the mix: lighter thanks to Greek yogurt.
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Classic, well-seasoned flavor: thanks to the Old Bay spice blend, homemade or store-bought.
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Easy pan and oven cooking: for a golden, perfectly cooked result without drying out.
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Perfect as an appetizer or main dish: served with a salad, veggies, or homemade mayo
In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, egg, panko, and spices. Gently fold in the crab meat — you want to still feel the lumps of crab. Season with salt and pepper. Use a measuring cup or large ice cream scoop to form the crab cakes; you should get 6 large or 8 smaller cakes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and fry the crab cakes for 3 minutes. Flip and fry for another 2 minutes, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5 minutes.
Serve with lemon wedges, fresh dill leaves, and mayonnaise.
Bon appetit and enjoy!
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