Air fryer crab cakes

Here’s a solid, no-fuss recipe that actually tastes like crab.

🦀 Air Fryer Crab Cakes

Ingredients

• 1 lb lump crab meat (picked over for shells)

• ½ cup breadcrumbs or panko

• 1 egg, lightly beaten

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

• 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Cooking spray or olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Mix gently
   In a large bowl, combine mayo, egg, Dijon, Worcestershire, Old Bay, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
   Fold in breadcrumbs, then gently fold in crab meat and parsley. Don’t overmix—big crab chunks = happiness.

2. Form the cakes
   Shape into 6–8 patties.
   If the mixture feels loose, chill them in the fridge for 20–30 minutes (worth it).

3. Air fry
   Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
   Lightly spray the basket and the tops of the crab cakes.

4. Cook
   Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and heated through.

5. Serve immediately
   Hit them with extra lemon juice and serve hot.

🔥 Pro Tips

• Extra crispy: Use panko and spray generously with oil

• No flip version: Line basket with parchment and cook 11–13 minutes

• Gluten-free: Use GF breadcrumbs or crushed crackers

• Spicy twist: Add a pinch of cayenne or diced jalapeño

🥣 Great Sauces

• Remoulade

• Tartar sauce

• Garlic aioli

• Lemon butter drizzle