Baked Lobster Seafood Cakes (Print Format)
Golden lobster and crab cakes with lemon butter sauce—simple yet luxurious seafood for any occasion.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood Cakes
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1 lb (450 g) cooked lobster meat, chopped
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8 oz (225 g) lump crab meat
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½ cup panko breadcrumbs
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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1 large egg, beaten
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp melted butter
→ Lemon Butter Sauce
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
01 -
In a large bowl, gently combine lobster, crab, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, beaten egg, Parmesan, mozzarella, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, parsley, salt, and black pepper until just mixed.
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Divide the mixture into 4–6 large mounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
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Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the centers are hot. Switch to broil for the last 2 minutes for a crispy topping.
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Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley.
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Spoon the warm lemon butter sauce over each seafood cake. Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.