Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade

Lump-studded crab cakes with a golden, crunchy exterior, cooked perfectly in the air fryer and served with a tangy remoulade.

Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Lump crab meat
  • 0.75 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.33 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 unit Egg
  • 1.5 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 unit Lemon wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix the crab mixture

    Gently fold crab, 1/2 cup panko, mayo, mustard, egg, Old Bay, and chives - fold, do not stir, to keep lumps intact.

  2. Step 2: Shape the cakes

    Form 8 cakes and press the remaining panko onto both sides. Chill 10 minutes to help them hold.

  3. Step 3: Air fry

    Preheat to 375F (190C). Spray cakes with oil and cook 6 minutes per side until deeply golden and heated through.

  4. Step 4: Serve

    Serve hot with lemon wedges and remoulade or tartar sauce.

Ingredient Substitutions & Expert Guide

## Air Fryer Crab Cakes: Elegant, Buttery, Effortless The air fryer is ideal for crab cakes: it crisps the golden exterior while gently steaming the lump crab inside, keeping every piece sweet and moist. Less oil, zero splatter, and a crust that stays crunchy from first bite to last. --- ## Why This Is The Best Crab Cake Recipe Real lump crab, a golden panko crust, and the air fryer's hot air instead of frying oil: the outside turns shatter-crisp while the inside steams gently, keeping every lump sweet and moist. ## Ingredient Substitutions - **Crab**: lump is best; canned claw meat works in a pinch (drain well). - **Mayo**: Greek yogurt plus a touch of mustard for a lighter binder. - **Old Bay**: cajun seasoning or paprika + celery salt. ## Storage & Reheating Formed cakes freeze uncooked for a month - air fry from frozen at 370F for 6 minutes per side. Cooked cakes re-crisp 3 minutes at 350F. ## Pro Serving Ideas Stack on a salad, serve in a bun as a crabburger, or pair with lemon-garlic aioli and celebrate Friday properly. ## Air Fryer Tip Chill formed cakes for 10 minutes before frying - cold cakes hold their shape in the basket instead of slumping.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I cook Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade in the air fryer?

Cook for approximately 12 minutes at the recommended temperature, flipping halfway for maximum crispiness.

What is the preparation time for Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade?

Prep time takes about 15 minutes to season and prepare before air frying.

How many servings does this Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade yield?

This recipe makes 4 standard servings. You can adjust the portions using the interactive servings scaler on our recipe card.

What is the secret chef tip for the best Air Fryer Crispy Crab Cakes with Remoulade?

Chilling the formed cakes keeps them from falling apart in the basket.