Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Enjoy deliciously crispy crab cakes with a tender inside, made effortlessly in your air fryer.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the crab meat, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, egg, and parsley until well combined.
- Form the Cakes: Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, about 1 inch thick.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 370°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Crab Cakes: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the crab cakes in a single layer in the basket and lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
- Air Fry: Cook the crab cakes at 370°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.
Tips
- Ensure crab meat is well-drained to prevent soggy crab cakes.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Use a spatula to carefully flip the crab cakes to avoid breaking them.