Description
Savor the crispy, golden perfection of keto air fryer crab cakes, a delightful low-carb alternative to a seafood classic. Made with fresh lump crab meat, these cakes are seasoned to perfection and served with a zesty spicy mayo, making them ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crab Cakes
- 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained
- 1/4 cup keto cracker crumbs (or almond flour)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Spicy Mayo
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
. Prepare the Crab Mixture
- In a large bowl, gently break up the crab meat with a fork.
- Add keto cracker crumbs, parsley, green onion, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix lightly to combine.
2. Incorporate the Wet Ingredients
- Stir in the egg, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard until evenly moistened.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 patties, each about 1 inch thick.
- Place the patties on a wax paper-lined plate and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Prep the Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
- Lightly grease the air fryer rack or basket with avocado oil spray.
- Brush melted butter on both sides of the crab cakes.
4. Cook the Crab Cakes
- Arrange the crab cakes in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flipping carefully halfway through, until golden and crisp.
5. Make the Spicy Mayo
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and Cajun seasoning. Adjust seasoning to taste.
6. Serve and Garnish
- Serve the crab cakes warm with a dollop of spicy mayo, fresh lemon wedges, and optional garnishes like parsley or green onion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American