Homemade Crab Cake Recipes That'll Give Restaurants a Run for Their Money

Recipe: Herbed Crab Cakes With Green Goddess Dressing

A trio of herbs pairs well with the fresh crabmeat to make a standout cake. Plus, the Green Goddess Dressing topper is so tasty, you'll want to save some extra for your weekday salads.

Recipe: Crab Cakes with Creamy Fennel-and-Radish Slaw

We recommend splurging for jumbo lump crabmeat in this recipe. It gives your meal beautiful color and doesn't fall apart while you're mixing. 

Recipe: Best-Ever Crab Cakes with Green Tomato Slaw

A hint of hot sauce and a coating of crunchy panko breadcrumbs are the secrets to this best-ever recipe. 

Recipe: Mini Crab Cakes with Cajun Sauce

Lump crabmeat works best in this smaller cake due to its size. Serve on a bed of lettuce to make them easier to grab off your appetizer spread. 

Recipe: Crab Cake Bites with Old Bay Mayo, Chives, and Lemon

Straight from the kitchen of award-winning Birmingham restaurant Automatic Seafood and Oysters, chef Adam Evans shares an equally-winning recipe to create this seafood favorite in your own home.

Recipe: Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes

The secret to getting the most out of your lump crabmeat? Don't over mix. 

Recipe: Gulf Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter

For these plump Coastal Texas treats, make sure to handle the delicate mixture carefully; the chilling process helps the cakes hold their shape during cooking.

Recipe: Cornbread Crab Cakes

These lightened up crab cakes use cornbread crumbs.

Recipe: Mini Crab Cakes with Garlic-Chive Sauce

Cook these mini crab cakes over medium-low heat to ensure a deep golden crust without overcooking the delicate crab. Pair with our homemade garlic-chive sauce.

Recipe: Crab Cake Hush Puppies

Serve these Crab Cake Hush Puppies with your favorite rémoulade or cocktail sauce for a tasty appetizer.