"A base of small crabmeat with larger pieces folded in saves money invisibly. For a splurge, use all backfin and lump...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound small-size fresh crabmeat, such as special or claw
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1 pound large-size fresh crabmeat, such as jumbo lump or backfin
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1/2 cup light mayonnaise
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1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 lemons), plus wedges, for serving
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
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Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
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1 cup fine saltine crumbs (from about 30 crackers)
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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Tartar Sauce for Crab Cakes