Classic Crab Cakes with Quick Tartare Sauce Recipe

Preparation Time: 15m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 30m
Servings: 4

July 25, 2024 4.8

These Classic Crab Cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood delight. Paired with a quick and tangy tartare sauce, this dish is perfect for an elegant appetiser or a light main course. The crab cakes are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, bursting with fresh crab flavour.

Ingredients:

450g fresh lump crab meat
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 large egg
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped pickles
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges
Extra dill (optional)

Instructions:

1 Prepare the Crab Cakes Mixture
Gently combine fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and panko breadcrumbs. Shape the mixture into patties and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2 Cook the Crab Cakes
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the crab cakes in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3 Prepare the Quick Tartare Sauce
Mix mayonnaise, finely chopped pickles, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and chopped fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate until ready to serve.
4 Serve
Arrange the crab cakes on a serving platter. Serve with the tartare sauce on the side, garnished with lemon wedges and extra dill if desired.