Step 1

Place crab, egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, Old Bay spice, lemon juice, onion powder and pepper in a large bowl.

Step 2

Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Form mixture into 6 patties.

Step 4

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties until they are browned on each side, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 5

Serve straight from the stove, or place on hamburger buns for crab cake sandwiches.