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“5-Star Air Fryer Crab Cakes Maryland – So Crispy”


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 crab cakes 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Crispy and flavorful Maryland-style crab cakes made easily in your air fryer.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lump crab meat
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients except crab meat in a bowl.
  2. Gently fold in crab meat without breaking lumps.
  3. Form into 4 equal patties.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
  5. Place patties in air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use fresh crab meat for best results.
  • Don’t overmix to maintain texture.
  • Chill mixture for 30 minutes if patties won’t hold shape.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Main
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 crab cake
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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