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Air Fryer Crab Cake Bites

Crispy Air Fryer Crab Cake Bites You Can't Resist

Indulge in these low-carb Air Fryer Crab Cake Bites, offering a crispy exterior and tender crab meat in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Mixture
  • 1 pound fresh lump crab meat preferably high-quality
  • 1 cup pork rind crumbs substitute with breadcrumbs for non-keto option
  • 1 large egg binds the mixture
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is ideal
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for umami flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning or similar seafood seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon dried chives or fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes or fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh is best
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine crab meat, pork rind crumbs, egg, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, chives, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix carefully.
  3. Shape the crab mixture into 12 evenly-sized balls.
  4. Spray air fryer basket with cooking oil and arrange crab cake bites in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 5-6 minutes, then flip the bites and cook for another 5-6 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Carefully remove from the air fryer and serve warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for later use.

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