Crab cake
A crab cake is a savory patty or cake made primarily from lump crab meat, bound together with ingredients like breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, eggs, and seasonings, then pan-fried or baked. It is a signature dish of the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, particularly associated with Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay area.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Crab cakes are a protein-rich dish, with moderate fat content from the binding and cooking methods, and relatively low in carbohydrates. They are an excellent source of vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 190 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 7 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 10.2 mcg |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 5.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 195 mg |
| Copper | 0.6 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 0.3 g |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.8 mg |
| Cholesterol | 75 mg |
Per 1 crab cake (approx. 113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The quality of a crab cake is often judged by the ratio of crab meat to filler; premium versions are packed with large lumps of crab with minimal binder. Nutritionally, crab is a lean source of high-quality protein and contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.
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