Crab Cakes

This delectable crab cake recipe by Damon Gordon of Water Grill is a perfect summer delight, boasting a rich, tangy flavor profile with a satisfying crunch. With high-quality ingredients like fresh crabmeat, green apple, and Ritz crackers, these crab cakes are light, crispy, and packed with taste—ideal for a summer meal or a male fertility-friendly diet.

Ingredients (Makes 8 Servings)

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• ⅛ small onion, minced
• 1 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 lb. jumbo lump crabmeat
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• ½ small celery rib, minced
• 1 egg
• ¼ green apple, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp minced chives
• 1 tsp minced parsley
• ½ tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
• ½ tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tbsp Tabasco sauce
• ½ tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
• Canola oil
• 2 Ritz crackers, crushed

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cream and Onions

• Reduce heavy cream by 2/3 in a medium pot over medium-low heat (15–20 minutes). Remove from heat and cool.
• In a small pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook until translucent (4–5 minutes). Remove from heat and cool.

2. Mix the Crab Cake Ingredients

• In a large bowl, combine:
  • Crabmeat
  • Garlic, celery, egg, apple, chives, parsley
  • Old Bay Seasoning, Worcestershire, Tabasco, mayonnaise
  • Lemon zest, lemon juice, and panko breadcrumbs
• Add the cooked onions and gradually mix in the reduced cream until the mixture holds together (you may not use all the cream).

3. Shape and Cook the Crab Cakes

• Shape the mixture into 8 4-ounce patties.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Heat 2 tbsp canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear each patty for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.

4. Bake

• Transfer the seared crab cakes to a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes or until warmed through.

Male Fertility Benefits

• Crabmeat: High in lean protein, zinc, and omega-3s, essential for male fertility and overall health.
• Green apple: Adds a tart sweetness and boosts antioxidants.
• Heavy cream: Provides richness and a creamy texture, enhancing the indulgence factor.

Serve these flavorful crab cakes as an appetizer or main course, paired with a light salad or steamed veggies for a complete meal. Perfect for impressing guests—or your own taste buds!