# Cannabis Crab Cakes Recipe

> **Author:** Benjamin Caplan, MD (ABFM Board Certified, MA Lic. #240562, NPI: 1962722637)
> **Publisher:** CED Clinic (https://cedclinic.com)
> **Canonical URL:** https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-crab-cakes-recipe/
> **Published:** 2023-08-03T01:42:41-04:00 | **Last Modified / Clinically Audited:** 2026-10-27T13:17:38-04:00
> **Clinical Summary:** Make cannabis crab cakes with Dr. Caplan's guidance on infusing the binder, gentle searing, and consistent dosing per cake.

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Doctor-Approved Culinary MedicineInfused Crab Cakes: Binder Infusion and Gentle Searing

**The culinary science:** Crab cakes rely on a fatty binder such as mayonnaise or melted butter, which is an ideal carrier for cannabinoids. Fold the infusion into the binder first so every cake receives a similar dose, then sear in an uninfused oil at medium heat or bake at a moderate temperature around 375°F, rather than frying the infused fat at high heat where cannabinoids and terpenes degrade. Cook until the cakes are hot throughout, with an internal temperature of 145°F for seafood. Dr. Benjamin Caplan recommends dividing total milligrams by the number of cakes before cooking, keeping cake sizes uniform, and labeling leftovers clearly.

**Kitchen rules:** Infuse the Binder • Sear in Uninfused Oil at Medium Heat • Cook to 145°F • Calculate Milligrams per Cake

Dietary Labels

Nut-FreeCaffeine-FreeAlcohol-Free

Table of Contents

- [Ingredients](#Ingredients)
- [Instructions](#Instructions)
- [Frequently Asked Questions: Cannabis Crab Cakes](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_Cannabis_Crab_Cakes)[Where should the cannabis go in crab cakes?](#Where_should_the_cannabis_go_in_crab_cakes)
- [Should I fry crab cakes in infused oil?](#Should_I_fry_crab_cakes_in_infused_oil)
- [How do I keep dosing consistent?](#How_do_I_keep_dosing_consistent)
- [How should leftovers be stored?](#How_should_leftovers_be_stored)
- [More Physician-Formulated Cannabis Kitchen Guides](#More_Physician-Formulated_Cannabis_Kitchen_Guides)
- [Personalized Cannabinoid Care with Dr. Benjamin Caplan](#Personalized_Cannabinoid_Care_with_Dr_Benjamin_Caplan)
- [Related](#Related)

### Ingredients

- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise

- 2 Tsp Dijon mustard

- 1/2 Tsp salt

- 1/2 Tsp pepper

- 2 Eggs, lightly beaten

- 1lb Lump crab meat

- 2 Tbps finely chopped parsley

- 3 Tbsp canna-butter

### Instructions

1. Whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper and eggs. Then gently stir in crab meat, panko and parsley.

2. Shape mixture in to 12 (3-inch) patties, pressing gently to flatten. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1hr.

3. Melt half the canna-butter in large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 6 patties to the pan and cook for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining half of canna-butter and remaining 6 patties.

[The recipe is available for download HERE](https://www.cedclinic.com/uploads/1/3/0/4/130464926/crab_cakes_recipe.pdf)

[*original recipe from eat your cannabis.com*](https://eatyourcannabis.com/cannabis-crab-cakes/)

### Frequently Asked Questions: Cannabis Crab Cakes

#### Where should the cannabis go in crab cakes?

Fold infused butter or oil into the binder, such as mayonnaise, so it is distributed evenly through the mixture.

#### Should I fry crab cakes in infused oil?

It is better to sear in uninfused oil at medium heat, because high heat degrades cannabinoids and terpenes in infused fat.

#### How do I keep dosing consistent?

Divide total milligrams by the number of cakes and keep the cakes the same size.

#### How should leftovers be stored?

Refrigerate in a labeled airtight container, keep away from children and pets, and reheat until hot.

Doctor-Approved Culinary Medicine

#### More Physician-Formulated Cannabis Kitchen Guides

- [Clarified Cannabutter Foundation](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-butter-recipe/)
- [Cannabis-Infused Sugar](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-infused-sugar-recipe/)
- [Cannabis-Infused Peanut Butter](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-infused-peanut-butter-recipe/)
- [Cannabis Pancakes](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-pancakes-recipe/)
- [Cannabis Blueberry Pie](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-blueberry-pie-recipe/)

Doctor-Approved Medical Guidance

### Personalized Cannabinoid Care with Dr. Benjamin Caplan

Cannabinoid therapy works best when it is tailored to your health history, current medications, and goals. Consult directly with Dr. Benjamin Caplan, MD, founder of CED Clinic and author of *The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook*.

[Book a Telehealth Consultation](https://cedclinic.com/contact/)[Explore Dr. Caplan’s Book](https://amzn.to/4a35lhE)

 

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### Verification & Medical Governance

- **Lead Clinical Author:** Benjamin Caplan, MD
- **Credentials:** Board Certified in Family Medicine (ABFM), Founder & CMO CED Clinic & CED Foundation, Author of *The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook* (Penguin Random House).
- **Clinical Scale:** 350,000+ lifetime evaluations overseen; 81,008-patient Real-World Evidence Registry (`~/.ced_rwe_vault.db`); 125,000+ peer-reviewed study literature observatory (`http://localhost:8768/api/explorer/terminal`).
- **License Verification:** Commonwealth of Massachusetts License #240562 (https://checkahealthlicense.mass.gov/).
- **NPI Registry:** 1962722637 (https://npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov/provider-view/1962722637).
- **Ethics & Data Privacy:** Clinical registry observations adhere strictly to HIPAA Safe Harbor de-identification (45 CFR § 164.514(b)) and criteria for secondary research exemption under 45 CFR § 46.104(d)(4).