Crab Cakes
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 LB fresh lump crabmeat, drained
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup saltines - Crushed or
(about 20-crackers),
1 Tbl Dijon mustard
1 Tbl Worcestershire sauce
1 quart vegetable oil
1/2 Tsp hot sauce
Tartar sauce, (optional)
Stir together first 5 ingredients; fold in crabmeat and saltines. Let stand 3 minutes.
Shape mixture into 8 patties.
Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet; cover and chill 1 hour.
Fry crab cakes, in batches, in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve with tartar sauce, if desired.
This recipe yields 8 servings.
Comments: If you prefer a spicier crab cake, you may add finely chopped bell pepper, onion, and Old Bay seasoning to taste.
To saute crab cakes, cook in 3 tablespoons butter or oil in a large nonstick skillet 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden.