Ingredients

• 1 pound crabmeat, picked free of shells

• 1/3 cup crushed crackers (recommended: Ritz)

• 3 green onions (green and white parts), finely chopped

• 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 1 egg

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon dry mustard

• 1/2 lemon, juiced

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon salt

• Dash cayenne pepper

• Flour, for dusting

• 1/2 cup peanut oil

• Favorite dipping sauce, for serving

Preparation

Directions In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients, except for the flour and peanut oil. Shape into patties and dust with flour. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When oil is hot, carefully place crab cakes, in batches, in pan and fry until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip crab cakes and fry on other side until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Serve warm with preferred sauce.