- 1 lb lump crab meat (fresh is best)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
- 1 tbsp sour cream
- 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp red bell pepper, diced
Required Kitchen Tools
Before we start, here’s what you’ll need to make cooking smooth and easy:
- Mixing Bowls – For combining wet and dry ingredients separately.
- Whisk or Fork – To beat the egg and emulsify the mixture.
- Baking Dish with Parchment Paper – To prep and chill the patties.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accuracy in seasoning.
- Skillet / Frying Pan – To pan-fry the crab cakes in butter until golden brown.
- Oven – For finishing the patties to perfection.
- Spatula – To flip crab cakes gently without breaking them.