Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, divided (I used an additional 1/2 cup)
  • 1 lb fresh crabmeat
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped

Method

  • Melt butter in small skillet. Add celery and onion and saute until transparent; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently combine crab, 1/4 cup of the breadcrumbs, egg, onion and celery, mayonnaise, parsley and dill.
  • Form cakes into 2-inch patties. Do not compress too much. Coat with remaining breadcrumbs.
  • Fry in oil 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.