These crispy and flavorful Cajun crab cakes are perfect for a quick and easy dinner. Made with fresh lump crab meat and seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices, they are sure to impress your guests. Using an air fryer instead of deep frying not only makes them healthier, but also gives them a perfectly crunchy exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender. Serve these delicious crab cakes with a tangy dipping sauce for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, green onions, beaten egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Form the mixture into 8 crab cakes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spray the top of each crab cake with cooking spray.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the crab cakes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the crab cakes are golden brown and crispy.
- Carefully flip the crab cakes halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
- Once done, remove the crab cakes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce or remoulade.
- Enjoy!
