Chesapeake Crab Cakes

Chesapeake Crab Cakes are a delightful blend of tender crab meat, fresh herbs, and spices, pan-seared to golden perfection. This healthy seafood dish captures the essence of the Chesapeake Bay with every bite.

Ingredients

• fresh lump crab meat - 200 grams
• whole wheat breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Old Bay seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• green onion, finely chopped - 2 tablespoons
• parsley, finely chopped - 2 tablespoons
• egg - 1 large
• lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the fresh lump crab meat, whole wheat breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped green onion, parsley, egg, and lemon juice. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat.
2. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the crab cakes and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
4. Transfer the crab cakes to a plate and keep warm. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil if needed and cook for an additional batch if necessary.
5. Serve the crab cakes warm with a wedge of lemon and your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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