Maryland Crab Cakes

Ingredients

• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
• A pinch of ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
• 8 oz lump crab meat
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• Olive oil for cooking
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
• 1/2 tespoons 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine egg, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley in bowl. Mix well.

2. 2

   Add the crab meat and the panko bread crumbs. Fold in gently with a rubber spatula.

3. 3

   Divide the mixture in 4, and form 4 patties about 1 inch thick. Place on a large plate, cover with plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to help them set.

4. 4

   Once the crab cakes have refrigerated, heat 2 tablespoons oil on a large non-stick skillet to medium heat. Cook each crab cake for about 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges. If you want to make it a meal, just add a side salad!

5. 5

   Tartar sauce: combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well until smooth and even.