Maryland Crispy Crab Cakes with Old Bay Aioli

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Crispy crab cakes infused with Old Bay seasoning, served with a zesty aioli that balances heat and tang. Perfect for a Maryland-inspired seafood feast. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers jumbo lump crab meat, Old Bay seasoning, mayonnaise into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Finely chop 1 tbsp dill and mince 2 garlic cloves. In a large bowl, combine 400g crab meat, 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 egg, 50g breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp buttermilk, and the chopped dill and garlic. Mix until just combined, then refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Form the crab mixture into 8 patties, then carefully place them in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy, draining excess oil on paper towels.
  3. Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning, and 1 tsp chopped dill to make the aioli. Serve the crab cakes with a dollop of aioli and additional lemon wedges.

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