Description
These Cheddar Bay Crab Cakes combine the savory flavor of lump crab meat with the cheesy, garlicky goodness of Cheddar Bay biscuits, finished with a luscious lemon butter drizzle for a restaurant-quality seafood dish at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1 cup Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (such as Red Lobster brand)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
For Lemon Butter Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine biscuit mix, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps.
- Form the mixture into 8 crab cakes and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Chill for 15–20 minutes to help them firm up.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the crab cakes for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Meanwhile, make the lemon butter drizzle: combine melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, and parsley in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the crab cakes just before serving.
- Serve with lemon wedges and extra parsley for garnish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle additional cheddar and Old Bay seasoning on top before serving.
- Use high-quality lump crab meat for the best texture and taste.
- Can be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes instead of frying for a lighter version.
- Pairs beautifully with coleslaw or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American