Best 4 Air Fryer Cajun Crab Cakes Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy delicious Cajun crab cakes? Look no further than your air fryer! With minimal oil and just a few minutes of cooking time, you can have crispy, golden-brown crab cakes that are packed with flavor. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or simply looking for a healthier alternative to traditional fried crab cakes, this recipe guide will provide you with all the information you need to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Get ready to indulge in a taste of the bayou with these air fryer Cajun crab cakes – a perfect appetizer, main course, or addition to your next seafood feast!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR FRYER CAJUN CRAB CAKES



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This is a small batch recipe making just three crab cakes in an air fryer, but can be doubled easily. The seasoning is a starting point and can be adjusted as needed.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 12

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
4 ounces fresh lump crabmeat
3 tablespoons remoulade sauce, or to taste
3 brioche slider buns

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 557.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 147.1 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 1314.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

AIR FRYER CRAB CAKES RECIPE



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These crab cakes are very filling and taste like they are full of crab meat! The seasoning offers a light salty and smoky flavor.

Provided by Chad Campbell

Categories     Seafood

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces crab meat, see note
¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons bread crumbs
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir well until evenly combined.
  • Scoop out portions of the mixture and shape into 3 inch patties.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with an oil mister or brush with olive oil.
  • Arrange the patties in an even layer in the air fryer basket, making sure to leave room around each patty.
  • Air fry at 370 degrees for 6-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of your patties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 32 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 362 grams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 1 grams unsaturated fat

AIR FRYER CRAB CAKES



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Air frying crab cakes means less mess and less cleanup, but at no sacrifice to taste. They're flavorful, crisp, and lighter than if cooked with oil in a skillet. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, aioli, or tartar sauce, as well as fresh lemon wedges.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
1 pound lump crabmeat, drained and picked over
3 tablespoons milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
11 saltine crackers, crushed
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 wedges lemon
olive oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine egg, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, seafood seasoning, and hot pepper sauce in a small mixing bowl. Stir in green onion and set aside.
  • Place crab meat in a medium bowl and break up with a fork. Add milk, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Add crushed saltines and baking powder and toss lightly to combine. Add to the egg mixture, stirring gently and being careful not to break apart the crab lumps.
  • Scoop crab with a 1/3-cup measure and form into 8 patties. Place patties on a plate, cover, and refrigerate until firm, 1 to 8 hours.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray crab cakes on both sides with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, then gently turn the cakes over, and cook until crispy brown, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 937.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

CAJUN CRAB CAKES



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 16 small crab cakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

32 ounces claw crabmeat
2 cups plain bread crumbs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, recipe follows*
3 eggs
1 red onion, minced
Vegetable oil, for pan-frying
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Flake the crabmeat into a large bowl and add the bread crumbs, mustard, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, eggs and onion. Mix well but don't overwork or the cakes will be mealy. Divide the mixture into 16 balls and flatten slightly to form the cakes. (The recipe can be made to this point and the cakes can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 1 week.)
  • Pour 1/2-inch of vegetable oil into a medium saucepan and heat over medium-high. When oil is hot, fry the cakes in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
  • Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality crab meat. Fresh or frozen lump crab meat is best, but canned crab meat can also be used.
  • Make sure the crab cakes are well-formed. This will help them hold together in the air fryer.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the crab cakes from cooking evenly.
  • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking. This will help the crab cakes cook evenly on all sides.
  • Serve the crab cakes with your favorite dipping sauce. Remoulade sauce, tartar sauce, or cocktail sauce are all good options.

Conclusion:

Air fryer crab cakes are a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious seafood dish. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make crispy, golden brown crab cakes that are sure to please everyone at the table.

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