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Crispy Air Fryer Crab Cakes That Awaken Your Taste Buds

Crispy Air Fryer Crab Cakes That Awaken Your Taste Buds Today

Crispy Air Fryer Crab Cakes That Awaken Your Taste Buds offer gourmet flavors with less guilt in just 30 minutes, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 cakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Cakes
  • 1 large Egg Essential for binding
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter twist
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Offers tanginess; feel free to omit
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami notes
  • to taste Hot Sauce Adjust according to heat level
  • 8 ounces Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Fresh is best!
  • 0.5 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Lighter than regular breadcrumbs
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil For cooking
  • to taste Lemon Wedges For serving
  • to taste Homemade Tartar Sauce Fresh for dipping

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the large egg, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, gently combine the jumbo lump crabmeat and panko breadcrumbs, then carefully fold in the binder mixture until just coated.
  3. Shape the mixture into four equal patties about 1 inch thick and place on a parchment-lined plate.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes and lightly spray the basket with canola oil.
  5. Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow the crab cakes to rest for about 1 minute before serving with lemon wedges and homemade tartar sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality jumbo lump crabmeat for the best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.

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