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Crab Cakes

Golden crab cakes with a crispy breadcrumb crust, served on a bed of fresh lettuce and topped with a bright orange segment and a sprinkle of cheese.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
25g
Crab Cakes
comfortingelegantAmericanpescatarianseafoodcrispytenderweeknight dinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix crab meat, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Shape the mixture into 4 patties and coat each with the remaining breadcrumbs.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.

  4. Step 4

    Arrange lettuce leaves on plates and place a crab cake on each.

  5. Step 5

    Top each crab cake with an orange segment and sprinkle with grated cheese.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately while warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons

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