Simple Crab Cakes

Ok, I know these look pretty intimidating to make but their really not, they just have a lot of ingredients! These little babies are delicious and can turn any little one into a sea food lover. Plus, these savory crab cakes are a favorite first course for kids and grown-ups alike!


Ingredients

• 1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 1 pound lump crab meat, shell pieces removed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more as needed
• Lemon wedges

Directions

1. Mix the bell pepper, parsley, scallions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper in a large bowl.
2. Add the bread crumbs and crab meat, and toss gently to mix.
3. Divide the crab mixture into 12 equal portions (about 1/4 cup each) and shape each into a 1-inch-thick patty.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook until they're golden on both sides, adding more oil as needed.
6. Cook about 3 minutes per side. Serve warm with lemon wedges.