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Crispy Lobster Cakes Recipe

These crispy Lobster Cakes are packed with sweet lobster meat, fresh herbs, and savory seasonings, then pan-fried until perfectly golden. They're an easy restaurant-quality seafood recipe that's perfect for dinner, appetizers, or special occasions.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Keyword: crispy lobster cakes, easy seafood dinner, homemade lobster cakes, lobster cake recipe, lobster cakes, seafood cakes
Servings: 4
Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked lobster meat chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs divided
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 green onions finely sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional for Serving
  • Lemon wedges
  • Tartar sauce
  • Garlic aioli
  • Fresh parsley
  • Mixed greens
  • Coleslaw

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the lobster meat, ½ cup panko breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Gently fold until everything is evenly mixed.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾-inch thick. Coat each cake lightly with the remaining panko breadcrumbs.
  • Heat the butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and the pan is hot.
  • Place the lobster cakes in the skillet, leaving space between each one. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through.
  • Transfer the cooked lobster cakes to a paper towel-lined plate and let them rest for 1 minute to absorb excess oil.
  • Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges, tartar sauce or garlic aioli, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Fresh lobster provides the sweetest flavor, but thawed frozen lobster works well too.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the lobster chunks intact.
  • Chill the patties for 20–30 minutes before cooking if the mixture feels soft.
  • Panko breadcrumbs create the crispiest crust.
  • Cook over medium heat to prevent the outside from browning too quickly.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 385 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg
  • Sodium: 690mg
  • Potassium: 420mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 8%
  • Vitamin C: 6%
  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 10%