Mirelurk Claw Cakes

VT-13 Mirelurk Claw Cakes
High-protein coastal ration • Crisped exterior, tender core
RADS -- Unscored
6 servings Prep: 20 min Total: 35 min
seafood crispy pan-fried appetizer specialty
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Ingredients

  • Lump crab meat
  • Mayonnaise
  • Dijon mustard
  • Egg
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Old Bay or Cajun seasoning
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • Paprika
  • Neutral oil or butter

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix mayo, mustard, egg, Worcestershire, and spices.
  2. Gently fold in crab and breadcrumbs.
  3. Shape into patties.
  4. Chill 10 minutes to firm.
  5. Heat oil in skillet over medium.
  6. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  7. Drain briefly and serve hot.

Ingredients

Core

  • Lump crab meat
  • Mayonnaise
  • Dijon mustard
  • Egg
  • Breadcrumbs

Seasoning & Spices

  • Old Bay or Cajun seasoning
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • Paprika

For Cooking

  • Neutral oil or butter

Instructions

Combine

  • In a large bowl, mix mayo, mustard, egg, Worcestershire, and spices.
  • Gently fold in crab and breadcrumbs.

Form

  • Shape into patties.
  • Chill 10 minutes to firm.

Sear

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium.
  • Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden.

Serve

  • Drain briefly and serve hot.

Overseer’s Notes

  • Do not overmix; texture matters.
  • Chill prevents collapse.
  • Excellent with lemon aioli or remoulade.

Pairings

  • VT-04 Cowboy Caviar
  • Side salad
  • Roasted potatoes

Timeline (≈ 35 min total)

  • Prep: 20 min
  • Cook: 15 min