Maryland Crab Cakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound of crab meat, cleaned.
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.
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1/4 cup mayonnaise.
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1 tablespoon lemon juice.
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1/2 cup flavored breadcrumbs.
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1 egg.
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning mix.
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Salt and black pepper, as needed.
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
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Oil for frying.
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Extra mayonnaise for dipping.
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Lemon wedges for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Gently stir the crab meat and breadcrumbs in a large mixing bowl.
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Whisk together egg, mustard, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, lemon juice, Old Bay, plus a dash of salt and pepper in a separate bowl.
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Carefully blend the creamy mixture into the crab and breadcrumb mix.
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Create 6-8 patties, around 1.5 cm thick and 3 inches across. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Brown the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.
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Let them drain on paper towels. Enjoy warm with lemon wedges and a dollop of mayonnaise.
# Notes:
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A Maryland classic, famous for its blue crabs.
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Letting the patties rest in the fridge is key to holding their shape while cooking.