Air Fryer Crab Cakes are super simple and the perfect light meal or appetizer before dinner. Made with lump crab meat, eggs, mayonnaise, bell pepper, breadcrumbs, and more. It's a simple recipe that's finished in just 10 minutes.
Why I Love These
I love making simple and easy air fryer appetizers and these crab cakes fit the criteria.
Made with just a handful of ingredients and full of flavor, you will be finished making this dish in just 10 minutes.
TEN MINUTES. That's the kind of quick recipe I love.
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Ingredients
- lump crab meat
- eggs
- mayonnaise
- bell pepper
- bread crumbs
- garlic salt
- black pepper
How to Make Crab Cakes in the Air Fryer
Step 1
Heat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Mix ingredients in a large bowl.
Step 3
Measure out crab-cake mixture with ½ cup measuring cup. Form the patties to be no larger than 1" thickness.
Step 4
Add patties to the prepared air fryer basket. Spray the tops of the patties.
Step 5
Air fry the patties for 8 minutes. Flip. Spray the top of the patties again and air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Step 7
Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature. The crab cakes should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Carefully remove the crab cakes from the air fryer basket, garnish with green onion tops, and serve with tartar sauce.
NOTE: All air fryers cook differently. This recipe was made using a Cosori 5.8 air fryer. If you're using a different air fryer you may need to add additional time or even cook for a little less time. This recipe should be used as a guide if you're using a different air fryer.
Tips
To prevent crab cakes from falling apart during cooking, ensure the mixture is well combined and holds together before forming the cakes. Chilling the crab cake mixture in the refrigerator 15 minutes before shaping can also help them hold their shape.
Spraying the tops of the patties with olive oil or avocado spray while cooking helps crips up the patties and give them that perfect crunch.
Consider using Old Bay seasoning, or even add in a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to give these crab cakes even more flavor.
Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature before removing them from the air fryer. The crab cakes should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Storage and Reheating
Store leftover air fryer crab cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Reheat the crab cakes in the air fryer at a temperature of 350 degrees F for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
FAQs
Can I make the crab cakes ahead of time?
Yes! You can make the crab cakes 48 hours in advance. Follow all of the steps to make the patties before adding them to the air fryer. Place the raw patties into an airtight container inside the refrigerator. If the container is small, use parchment paper to separate the patties.
How do I prevent crab cakes from sticking to the basket?
Prepare the basket with olive oil cooking spray or avocado cooking spray. You can also use parchment paper.
How will I know when my crab cakes are fully cooked?
Use a digital thermometer to check the internal temperature. The crab cakes should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) when fully cooked.
What can I do to keep my crab cakes from falling apart in the air fryer?
Chilling the crab cake mixture in the refrigerator 15 minutes before shaping the patties can help them hold their shape.
I hope you enjoy these air fryer crab cakes as much as we do! My family loves these crab cakes and we make them often.
Crab cakes in the air fryer are one of my favorites and it's such an easy recipe. I am sure it will be one of your new favorites, too.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 12 oz crab
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoon mayo
- ½ bell pepper red
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add crab, eggs, breadcrumbs, diced bell pepper, mayo, and seasonings to a medium sized mixing bowl. Mix until combined.
- Measure out patties with ½ cup measuring cup and keep them no thicker than 1" thickness.
- Add the crab patties to the prepared air fryer basket. Spray the tops of the patties. Cook for 8 minutes.
- Spray the top of the patties and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. The tops should be a crispy golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh green onion tops and serve with tarter sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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