How to Make Air Fryer Cajun Crab Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab cakes are one of those classic dishes that never go out of style. Whether you're enjoying them as a savory appetizer or a decadent main course, there's no denying the irresistible combination of tender crab meat and flavorful seasonings. And with the rising popularity of air fryers, it's easier than ever to whip up a batch of perfectly crispy crab cakes in no time.

But why settle for a basic recipe when you can take things up a notch with a Cajun twist? That's right - these Air F...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper (Optional)
  • 4 ounces fresh lump crabmeat
  • 3 tablespoons remoulade sauce, or to taste
  • 3 brioche slider buns (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 crab cakes

  • Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Mix bread crumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Worcestershire, mustard, Cajun seasoning, salt, cayenne, and pepper together in a small mixing bowl. Fold in crabmeat gently.
  • Form into 3 equal-size crab cakes using a biscuit cutter. Place cakes on a parchment round and transfer to the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer for 6 minutes. Flip and continue to cook until browned, about 6 minutes more. Serve with remoulade sauce on slider buns.
  • Nutrition

    557 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 147mg
    • Sodium: 1315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 56g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 102mg