All Saints Summer Supper Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

A taste of Southern Maryland tradition! This recipe recreates the legendary crab cakes from the All Saints Episcopal Church's annual summer supper. Developed over generations, this family-friendly recipe delivers authentic Maryland flavor with juicy lump crab meat, perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to golden perfection. Enjoy these delicious crab cakes as an appetizer, entree, or even in a mouthwatering crab cake sandwich. Get ready for a culinary journey to the Chesapeake Bay!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 107.1 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for All Saints Summer Supper Maryland Crab Cakes

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How to Make All Saints Summer Supper Maryland Crab Cakes

  1. Gently pick through 1 pound of jumbo lump crab meat, removing any remaining shell fragments.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat with 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Lightly beat 1 large egg in a separate bowl; then gently incorporate it into the crab mixture using your hands until evenly distributed.
  4. Gradually add 1/2 cup bread crumbs, mixing gently until the mixture just holds together. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently form the mixture into 6 patties, about 3 1/2 inches in diameter and 3/4 inch thick.
  6. Refrigerate the crab cakes for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
  8. Carefully place the crab cakes in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
  9. (Optional) After flipping, add 1/4 cup dry red wine to the skillet, tilting to coat the crab cakes in the wine reduction for an extra layer of flavor.
  10. Serve immediately with tartar sauce. Enjoy as an appetizer, entree, or sandwich filling!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

3g

Carbs

2g