Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these air fryer crab cakes are packed with flavor and made healthier with less oil. Perfect as an appetizer or light main dish.
Ingredients
Crab Cake Mixture
- 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 crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped parsley. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Form Patties: Shape the crab mixture into evenly sized patties, ensuring they hold together well.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (375°F) to ensure even cooking and a crispy exterior.
- Prepare for Cooking: Lightly spray both sides of the crab cakes with oil to help achieve a golden crust and prevent sticking.
- Air Fry Crab Cakes: Place the crab cakes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve warm, ideally with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.
Notes
- Chill patties for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape better during air frying.
- Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.
- Use fresh crab meat for the best taste and texture, but canned crab can be used if needed.
- Be gentle when mixing the crab meat to avoid breaking it up too much and losing the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
