Enjoy our easy and delicious Small Batch Crab Cakes recipe, perfect for 1-2 servings. Made with lump crabmeat and a blend of spices for a flavorful meal.
Position the oven rack in the lower third section of your oven. Then, set the oven to preheat at 425° F (220° C).
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, start by cracking an egg and whisk it until it's well-beaten. Follow this by adding mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and salt. Whisk all these ingredients together until fully combined.
Incorporate the finely chopped red bell pepper, green onion, and parsley into the existing mixture by stirring gently.
Add the crab meat and breadcrumbs into the bowl. Fold these into the mixture carefully to combine. Once mixed, cover the bowl and let it chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
Lightly mist a rimmed baking sheet with oil spray or manually apply a small amount of olive oil, ensuring the surface is evenly coated.
Take the crab mixture and form it into three equally sized patties. Place these patties onto your prepared baking sheet.
Put the baking sheet with the crab patties back in the refrigerator for an additional 10-minute chill time.
Bake the crab cakes in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. You'll know they're ready to flip when the bottoms are lightly browned and can be easily lifted with a spatula. After flipping, bake for another 8 to 10 minutes or until the other side is also lightly browned.
Once baked to perfection, transfer the crab cakes onto a serving plate and finish them off with a fresh squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Expert Tips
Before you start cooking, make sure to read the entire recipe, including the Ingredient Notes section, and examine the process photos. This detailed guide will help you understand how the recipe unfolds, ensuring your crab cakes turn out perfect every time. All the information you need is found within the body of this recipe post, so don't miss a thing!
Optimal Crabmeat: Choose quality lump crabmeat for the best texture and flavor.
Baking vs Frying: Since these cakes are baked, make sure your oven is preheated properly for even cooking.
Portion Control: Use an ice cream scoop or a measuring cup for uniform crab cakes that bake evenly.
Don't Rush the Mix: Combine ingredients gently to retain the crabmeat's texture. Overmixing could lead to dense cakes.