Ingredients:

  • 1 pound lump crab meat, drained
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (preferably olive oil-based)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tablespoon olive oil for topping

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently fold the mixture until combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Once chilled, scoop out approximately 1/4 cup of the mixture and form into patties.
  6. Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and top each with the breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Lightly spray with cooking spray, if desired, to promote browning.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and heated through. A food thermometer should read 165°F (74°C) at the center.