Name: Baltimore Crab Cakes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice plus wedges for garnish; 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning; 1/2 jalapeño, seeded, finely chopped; 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over; 1 1/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced chives; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 head Bibb lettuce; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Crab cakes are so popular in Baltimore, they're even sold at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Use lettuce instead of a bun, and serve with a squeeze of lemon.

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