the mixture is not so dry that is falls apart easily. shape the mixed ingredients into cakes that are about 1-inch high.
add the olive oil to a frying pan and heat it over medium-high heat.
use a spatula to place the crab cakes into the hot frying pan. be cautious to prevent the oil from splattering on your skin.
cook the crab cakes until they are golden brown on the side facing down. this takes about five minutes.
flip the crab cakes with a spatula, being careful so that they do not break apart. cook the cakes on the second side until they turn golden brown, or about five minutes.
remove the crab cakes 