Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

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Don’t skimp. This recipe calls for REAL crab meat, fresh picked if possible and Old Bay Seasoning.

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It’s what give it that authentic Eastern Shore flavor. Double or triple this recipe as needed for guests.

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Ingredients

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INSTRUCTIONS

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Drain and press out excess liquid. Lay crab on a paper towel lined plate and pat dry.

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Combine the scallions, butter, egg yolk, mayo, hot sauce, and Old Bay. Fold in 3 tbs of the crushed crackers and the crab meat.

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Using your hands, form the mixture into 2 large portions. Press the bottom flat and leave the topped domed.

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Using a small plate, spread the rest of the cracker crumbs in an even layer. Gently, press the crab cakes into the crumbs to coat the top and bottom.

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