Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these air fryer crab cakes are packed with savory flavors and made healthier with less oil. They are perfect as a delicious appetizer or a light main dish, offering a quick and easy seafood treat using an air fryer for a crispy finish without deep frying.
Ingredients
Crab Cakes
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chopped parsley, and salt and black pepper to taste. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into even-sized crab cakes or patties to ensure uniform cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (375°F) for optimal cooking temperature and crispiness.
- Prepare Crab Cakes for Cooking: Lightly spray the crab cakes with oil on both sides to help develop a golden crust during air frying. Place them carefully into the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Cook Crab Cakes: Air fry the crab cakes for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to achieve even browning and crispiness on both sides.
- Serve: Once golden and crispy, remove the crab cakes and serve warm. They pair wonderfully with tartar sauce or fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
- Chill the crab cake patties for 15 minutes before cooking to help maintain their shape while frying.
- Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.
- Using fresh crab meat is recommended for the best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
