Ever wonder what a perfect Maryland crab cake taste like? Stop by Basta Pasta and find out before trying to make one yourself!
Maryland Crab Cakes are a complete delicacy. Want to know how to make them so you can have tasty and luxurious Maryland Crab Cakes whenever your heart desires? Come by Basta Pasta for crab cake inspiration and then try out these handy tips to make something truly incredible.
Choose High Quality Crab
You simply can’t get that delicious crab cake flavor without the right crabs. For best results, choose high quality lump crab meat. The finer the crab, the better the cakes.
Be Gentle
While mixing your crab meat with binder and other ingredients be gentle. Overmixing can break apart the lumps of crab and ruin that irresistible texture.
On Filler
The less filler you use the more delicious your crab cakes will be, however, this also makes them more delicate. If you choose to use a very small amount of filler, chill your crabcakes for a half hour before sauteeing them to make sure they stay together, and you get crab cakes rather than crab hash.
Get Creative With Crumbs
While many recipes call for plain breadcrumbs, you don’t have to limit yourself to them by any means. There are numerous types of bread and bread crumbs out there to experiment with. These include panko, Japanese bread crumbs, cracker crumbs, and even cereal crumbs.
Flavortown
Crab is a relatively mild and succulent seafood flavor that pairs well with a number of different flavor profiles and spices. Fresh herbs like thyme and parsley are a classic friend of the crab cake. Lemon zest, onion, and minced garlic are other excellent flavors to add.
Consistency Is Key
If all of your crab cakes are different sizes, they will not cook uniformly, which can be quite a pain. To make sure all of your crab cakes are the same size, use an ice cream scoop to shape them.
Delicious Maryland Crab Cakes from Basta Pasta
For over 12 years, Basta Pasta has been providing Marylanders with delicious Italian specials cooked from fresh, delicious, high-quality ingredients. Enjoy a taste of classic Italian food with spectacular pasta dishes, unlimited salad and breadsticks, and sumptuous fine Italian wines. To make a reservation at our Timonium location, contact us online or give us a call at (410) 308-0838. To make a reservation at our Fallston location, contact us online or give us a call at (410) 692-5200. To find out more about our menu, follow us on Facebook and Twitter!