Description
Delicious and crispy Air Fryer Crab Cakes made with lump crab meat, Parmesan, and a blend of flavorful seasonings. These crab cakes are lightly air fried to perfection, offering a healthier, quick-cooking alternative to traditional frying. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, they feature a crunchy exterior and tender, savory interior.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Cake Mixture
- 8 ounces lump crab meat
- ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 large egg, slightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
For Cooking
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large bowl, gently fold together the lump crab meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, egg, red bell pepper, parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Old Bay Seasoning until all ingredients are well combined without breaking up the crab meat too much.
- Form the Patties: Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties. Place them on a tray, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- Air Fry the Crab Cakes: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Remove the air fryer basket and place parchment paper inside, lightly spraying it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the crab cakes in the basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch. Lightly spritz the tops with cooking spray.
- Cook: Air fry the crab cakes for about 16 minutes total, flipping halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crispiness on both sides.
- Serve: Carefully remove the crab cakes from the air fryer and serve warm. Enjoy your crispy, flavorful crab cakes as an appetizer or main dish!
Notes
- Refrigerating the patties before cooking helps them hold their shape and prevents crumbling during air frying.
- Lightly spraying with cooking spray ensures a crispy exterior without excess oil.
- Use parchment paper designed for air fryers to avoid blocking air circulation.
- Serve with tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.
- Adjust Old Bay seasoning to taste for more or less spiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
