Crab cakes

Ingredients for 4 to 6 servings

1 pound crabmeat, picked free of shells
1/3 cup crushed crackers (recommended: Ritz)
3 green onions (green and white parts), finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 egg
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
Flour, for dusting
1/2 cup peanut oil
Favorite dipping sauce, for serving

38 min · Medium

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients, except for the flour and peanut oil.

2. Shape into patties and dust with flour.

3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, carefully place crab cakes, in batches, in pan and fry until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.

4. Carefully flip crab cakes and fry on other side until golden brown, about 4 minutes.

5. Serve warm with preferred sauce.

6. Buone Appetito!

main courses August 17, 2011 15:24