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Carefully pick through the crab meat to remove any cartilage.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, Old Bay Seasoning, lemon zest,parsley, Dijon mustard and mayonnaise.
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Carefully fold in the crab meat, cover and refrigerate.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, capers, relish and shallots. Cover and refrigerate.
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Adjust the top oven rack so that it is about 8 inches away from the broiler and preheat the broiler to to medium high.
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Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray. Shape the crab meat mixture into 4 cakes and place them on the prepared cookie sheet.
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Broil the crab cakes until they are golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Turn the oven to 350°F until the crab cakes are warmed through, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Serve each cake with a generous dollop of tartar sauce.