Description
Crab Cake Eggs Benedict elevates brunch with crispy, golden crab cakes, perfectly poached eggs, and silky hollandaise sauce. This luxurious dish blends rich textures and flavors, making every bite indulgent and unforgettable.
Ingredients
Crab Cakes:
- 1 pound crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Poached Eggs:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Water (for poaching)
Hollandaise Sauce:
- 3 egg yolks
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt (to taste)
For Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh parsley
- Paprika
- Avocado slices
Instructions
1 Step: Prepare the Crab Cakes
In a large bowl, gently mix the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, eggs, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice. To retain texture, avoid over-mixing. Form the mixture into small patties about ½ inches thick.
2 Step: Cook the Crab Cakes
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil or butter. Once hot, carefully place the crab cakes in the pan. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
3 Step : Poach the Eggs
Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in white vinegar. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then slowly slide it into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolk remains soft. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
4 Step: Make the Hollandaise Sauce
In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and a tablespoon of water. Place over simmering water, whisking constantly until slightly thickened. Slowly drizzle in melted butter, continuing to whisk until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt.
5 Step: Assemble the Dish
Place a crab cake on a plate, top with a poached egg, and generously spoon hollandaise sauce over it. For a finishing touch, sprinkle with fresh parsley or paprika. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Add more breadcrumbs for better structure if the crab cakes feel too loose.
- To ensure poached eggs hold their shape, use fresh eggs and add vinegar to the water.
- For a lighter hollandaise, replace some butter with Greek yogurt.
- If the sauce thickens too much, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to loosen the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plated portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 300mg