Air Fryer Crab Cakes

Air Fryer Crab Cakes - Delicious and Easy!
Air Fryer Crab Cakes are a perfect appetizer or main dish for seafood lovers. These crispy and flavorful cakes are made with fresh crab meat, breadcrumbs, and a blend of spices. The best part? They are cooked in an air fryer, which means they are healthier than traditional fried crab cakes.

Ingredients (per serving):

- 1/2 cup fresh crab meat
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray

Cooking Tips:

- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
- Be gentle when mixing the ingredients to avoid breaking up the crab meat.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into 2-3 patties, depending on the size of your air fryer basket.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
4. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
5. Place the crab cakes in the air fryer basket and spray the tops with cooking spray.
6. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the crab cakes are golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Appearance and Taste:
Air Fryer Crab Cakes are golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender and flavorful crab filling on the inside. The blend of spices gives them a delicious savory flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of dipping sauces. They are a perfect appetizer or main dish for any seafood lover.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Main Dish
Main Ingredients: Crab Meat, Breadcrumbs, Spices