Air Fryer Crab Cakes Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450 g) lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (divided)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray or oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mixture:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
   • Gently fold in the crab meat and 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined to avoid breaking the crab meat too much.
2. Form Crab Cakes:
   • Shape the mixture into 8 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
   • Coat the outside of each patty with the remaining 1/2 cup of panko breadcrumbs.
3. Preheat Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
4. Cook the Crab Cakes:
   • Lightly spray the crab cakes with cooking spray or oil on both sides.
   • Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to cook in batches).
   • Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve:
   • Serve hot with tartar sauce, lemon wedges, or your favorite dipping sauce.