Name: Faidley's Famous Crab Cakes
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing); 1 large egg (lightly beaten); 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard; 1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 tsp. hot sauce; 1 lb. fresh crab meat (or canned); 1 cup Saltines (crushed (about 20 crackers)); Oil or butter for sautéing

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Faidley's Famous Crab Cakes

These award-winning crab cakes are the highlight of Faidley's Seafood in Lexington Market at Baltimore Harbor, Maryland, and a long-time family favorite.

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise not salad dressing
1 large egg lightly beaten
1 Tbs. Dijon mustard
1 Tbs. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. hot sauce
1 lb. fresh crab meat or canned
1 cup Saltines crushed (about 20 crackers)
Oil or butter for sautéing

Instructions

Stir together first five ingredients. Fold in crab gently trying not to break up the chunks. Add saltines and let mixture stand 3 minutes. Gently shape into 8 patties; try not to over handle.
Chill on wax paper lined cookie sheet for one hour
Sauté in butter or oil for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towel. Or broil under preheated broiler until nicely brown, turning to cook evenly, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
Note: Old Bay seasoning or other ingredients are unnecessary. They merely mask the crab flavor. Crackers produce lighter cakes than bread crumbs. Never break up crab with a fork. Try to keep as much lump together as possible. Serves 8.
For Tartar Sauce
Combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickle, 1/4 cup minced onion, 2 Tbs. chopped parsley, and 1 Tbs. pickle juice.

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