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

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, mix crab meat, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 2
Shape the mixture into 4 patties and coat each with the remaining breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.
Step 4
Arrange lettuce leaves on plates and place a crab cake on each.
Step 5
Top each crab cake with an orange segment and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Step 6
Serve immediately while warm.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- skillet
- spatula
- measuring cups and spoons
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