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Mini Dungeness Crab Cakes

  • Dungeness
  • Appetizer
  • Fish fry
  • Family friendly
  • Entertaining
  • Active Time:30 min
  • Total Time:90 min
  • Servings:6
  • Difficulty:Intermediate
Photo by Kelley Jordan

Perfect for a cocktail party (or any party!) these little gems pack a lot of flavor into a small bite. Make a double batch and freeze half (uncooked) for an impromptu get-together. Added bonus — no need to thaw before cooking!

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

  • 3 tablespoons finely diced celery

  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced

  • ½ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

  • 1 ¼ cups panko breadcrumbs, divided

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

  • ½ pound crab meat from 2 Dungeness crab clusters (about 1 cup Available In Our Premium Subscription Box

  • Neutral oil for frying

  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

Make the Crab Cakes

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, parsley, scallion, lemon zest, and ¼ cup of the panko and season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in the crab meat and form into 2-inch patties, about 1-inch thick. Chill for 1 hour. Coat with the remaining panko.

Cook and Serve

Heat ¼ inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the cakes, turning once, until golden all over, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve with lemon wedges.

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Pro Tips

Pair it Up

The crispy golden edges of the crab cakes call for a slightly acidic sparkling white wine. Not into bubbles? A Chardonnay would also pair well..

Make ahead

Make a double batch and freeze half (uncooked) for an impromptu get-together. Added bonus — no need to thaw before cooking!

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