Crab Cakes

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 pound crabmeat picked free of
• shells
• 1/3 cup crushed crackers (Ritz recommended)
• 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
• 1 dash cayenne pepper
• Flour for dusting
• 1/2 cup peanut oil
• Favorite dipping sauce for serving

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients, except for the flour and peanut oil. Shape into patties and dust with flour.

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

Serve warm with preferred sauce.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.