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, they offer a delicious seafood option that’s quick and easy to prepare using an air fryer for a golden, crispy finish.
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
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped parsley carefully. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties to ensure consistent cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 190°C (375°F) and allow it to preheat for a few minutes.
- Prepare Crab Cakes: Lightly spray each crab cake with cooking oil to promote browning and prevent sticking, then place them carefully in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook Crab Cakes: Air fry the crab cakes for 10 to 12 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time. Cook until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the crab cakes from the air fryer and serve warm, optionally with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.
Notes
- Chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold their shape better.
- Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges to complement the crab cakes.
- Using fresh crab meat will provide the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
