Name: Crab Cake Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 crab cakes; 1 cup remoulade sauce; 1 tomato (sliced); 4 buns; 4 leaf lettuce pieces

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This Crab Cake Sandwich recipe with Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade is the perfect healthy seafood dinner. Sweet lump crab meat is oven broiled and then topped with lettuce, tomatoes, a homemade sauce and stuffed in a perfectly toasted bun. This homemade version is just as delicious as your favorite seafood restaurant.

Made with my Homemade Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade and Healthy Broiled Crab Cakes.

Crab Cake Sandwich recipe

This Crab Cake Sandwich recipe is kind of epic. Sure you could eat a humble burger, but why not try this tender Broiled Crab Cake patty made with sweet lump crab meat, old bay, lemon, and herbs. It's topped with lettuce, tomato, and my crazy delicious but healthy Greek Yogurt Cajun Remolaude. It's all stuffed in a toasted bun for an epic seafood sandwich that you'll be dreaming of for a long time to come.

I often get a Crab Cake Sandwich when at a beach restaurant, but no need to travel to the coast! You can make your own restaurant-style meal without a lot of fuss and a lot healthier too. If you've thought making this at home is hard, you'll be surprised at how simple and easy this entire recipe comes together. This recipe is also made without frying and uses no mayo.

This crab cake is prepared Maryland and Chesapeake Bay style with loads of yummy crab and very little filler. This is a no-fuss recipe and you'll be surprised at how easy it all comes together.

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Why This is the BEST Crab Cake Sandwich recipe...

This is the BEST Crab Cake Sandwich recipe because it's a bit healthier! No frying and no mayo here.
Including preparing the Broiled Crab Cakes and Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade, this entire meal can be on your table in around 30 minutes.
It has lots of fresh crab meat and very little filler.
You can customize the sandwich to have your favorite toppings and sauce.
It's bright and delicious!

Crab Cake Sandwiches from scratch?

Yes! Crab Cake Sandwiches from scratch can be made simply and super tasty at home! These simple instructions will get your favorite seafood dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes.

What kind of crab meat do I buy?

There are lots of options for crab meat and it can be hard to know what to buy when making Crab Cake Sandwiches from scratch. I pick lump crab meat for my crab cakes. Jumbo Lump Crab Meat is pretty pricy and I like to put it in crab cocktails or as a garnish on salads. Lump Crab Meat is still large, white, and has lots of flavors. You'll usually find this in the seafood section of your grocery store, not in a can. If you can buy Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, you can but Lump Crabmeat also works great for these.

If you need a more economical option, you can do half Lump Crab Meat and half Backfin or Claw Crab meat.

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make the Crab Cake Sandwich recipe, but make sure to keep scrolling for the complete printable recipe.

For the Crab Cakes:

Crab Meat: For the Crab Cake Sandwich I like to use Lump Crab Meat which can be found on the refrigerated seafood counter near seafood and fish like fresh salmon. Unless you live near the coast, You'll probably find pasteurized lump crabmeat in small plastic tubs. Drain it and pick over your crab meat to make sure there aren't any shells before you begin cooking with it.
Egg: One egg holds the crab cakes together. Whisk the egg together before mixing it into the crabmeat.
Dijon Mustard: Instead of mayo, I like to use a touch of dijon mustard for flavor and moisture in the crab cakes.
Lemon Juice: A touch of lemon juice brightens up this dish. You can also add a touch of lemon zest.
Worcestershire Sauce: Rich Worcestershire sauce adds a deep flavor.
Panko Breadcrumbs: The main focus of the crab patty is crab but I do add a touch of panko bread crumbs to add some texture. You can substitute crushed crackers like ritz or, saltine crackers, or saltines.
Spices: I use a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and Old Bay Seasoning, salt, and pepper to season crab cakes! I also add some fresh parsley for color. You can substitute fresh chives too.

Read the complete Broiled Crab Cakes Recipe Here.

For the Greek Yogurt Remoulade:

Greek Yogurt: Plain greek yogurt is the perfect creamy base for this crab cake sandwich sauce that doesn't have mayo. You can use low of full fat depending on your diet.
Dijon Mustard: A nice grainy Whole Grain Mustard is a perfect choice.
Dill Relish: Dill relish adds a lot of texture and flavor!
Horseradish: You'll need classic prepared horseradish.
Garlic: I use minced garlic, but you can also use garlic powder.
Spices: Use my Homemade Cajun Seasoning with some extra Smoked Paprika.

Read the complete Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade Recipe HERE.

For the Crab Cake Sandwich:

Broiled Crab Cakes
Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade
Lettuce
Tomato
Buns - Use your favorite buns including hamburger, whole grain or Brioche Bun.

Directions:

Here's an overview on how to make Crab Cake Sandwiches, but make sure to keep scrolling for the full printable recipe.

Prepare the Broiled Crab Cakes according to this recipe. Fold the crab mixture together in a large bowl and cook until golden brown. Make sure to refrigerate the crab cake mixture patties BEFORE broiling them to help them stick together.
Prepare the Greek Yogurt Cajun Remolaude according to this recipe. Mix the crab cake sandwich sauce together well before storing it in the refrigerator while you make the rest of the meal.
Toast the buns.
Slice the tomato and tear off leaves of lettuce.
Stack the toasted bun with the tomato, lettuce, Crab Cake, and Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade.
Serve immediately.

Toppings for Crab Cake Sandwiches:

I like to serve my Crab Cake Sandwich as shown, but here are some other ideas!

FAQ

Here's some FAQ when it comes to making Crab Cake Sandwiches.

Can I make Crab Cake Sandwiches in advance?

You can prepare most of the parts of the sandwich ahead of time and then just assemble the sandwich when you are ready to make it. Prepare the crab cakes and then store them in the refrigerator. When it's time to eat, you can broil them. You can also prepare the Greek Yogurt Cajun Remolaude, cut the tomato and tear the lettuce.

When you are ready to eat just assemble the sandwich.

How do I store leftovers?

Store any unassembled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can freeze any unused crab cakes for up to two months.

Can I use canned crab meat for making Crab Cake Sandwiches?

I don't recommend it. Shelf-stable crab meat is a completely different taste and consistency from Lump Crab Meat. It's not as rich in flavor either.

Is a crab cake sandwich healthy?

YES, especially my version! Since my crab cakes are broiled and not fried they are actually a healthy treat. One serving of crab cake has nearly 15 grams of protein and only 88 calories. Most seafood sauces can be unhealthy with lots of mayonnaise or butter, but mine is made with guilt-free Greek yogurt for lots of flavor and texture without the fat. This Crab Cake Sandwich tastes super indulgent, but it's not! It's really healthy. For the healthiest burger, pick a whole grain bun. This entire burger comes in under 300 calories!

Variations

I love this Crab Cake Sandwich recipe as written, but here are some fun ideas to mix it up.

Make Crab Cake Sliders: When making your Crab Cakes, use smaller burgers. Buy slider buns and assemble the sandwiches in the same way.
Make it Spicy: Add more cayenne pepper to the crab cakes and sauce.
Make it in the Air Fryer: If you want to use an air fryer, you can cook the crab cakes at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
Make it Gluten Free: Use Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs and Gluten Free Buns.

Crab Cake Sandwich recipe is the Perfect Seafood Recipe!

This Crab Cake Sandwich recipe is the perfect seafood recipe! Whether you are pescatarian or just looking for a nice break from the standard burger, this sandwich will have you dreaming of your favorite seafood restaurants.

If you've shied away from making crab recipes at home before, this is the perfect place to dive in. I promise this will be a big hit at your next dinner party or just weekend meal.

Serve it With:

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Crab Cake Sandwich

Julie Wunder

This Crab Cake Sandwich recipe with Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade is the perfect healthy seafood dinner. Sweet lump crab meat is oven broiled and then topped with lettuce, tomatoes, a homemade sauce and stuffed in a perfectly toasted bun. This homemade version is just as delicious as your favorite seafood restaurant.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 269 kcal

Ingredients

4 crab cakes
1 cup remoulade sauce
1 tomato, sliced
4 buns
4 leaf lettuce pieces

Instructions

Prepare your crab cakes according to my Broiled Crab Cakes recipe below.
Prepare your remoulade sauce according to my Greek Yogurt Cajun Remoulade Sauce recipe below.
Carefully toast or grill your bun.
Stack the crab cake sandwich by putting the lettuce leaf, tomato and crab cake on the bun. Top with the remoulade sauce.
Serve immedialtly.

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