Homemade Air Fryer Crab Bites
Delicious and easy crab bites made with fresh crab meat and a crispy exterior, perfect for appetizers or main dishes.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Crab Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh Crab Meat Picked over for shells and cartilage.
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs Plain or panko breadcrumbs for crunch.
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Adds moisture and binds ingredients.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy kick.
- 1/4 cup Green Onions Finely chopped for freshness.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
- to taste Salt To enhance sweetness.
- to taste Pepper Adds warmth.
- as needed Cooking Spray For crispy exterior.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean workspace.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, green onions, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about 1 to 2 inches in diameter.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the crab bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the air fryer and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For variations, consider adding jalapeños for spice or fresh herbs for flavor.