Craving a mouthwatering seafood experience that's lightning-fast and bursting with flavor? Look no further than these Air Fryer Fifteen Minute Old Bay Crab Cake Sliders! Imagine crispy, golden crab cakes nestled between soft slider buns, packed with zesty Old Bay seasoning and ready in less time than it takes to order takeout. Whether you're a busy home cook or a seafood enthusiast, these sliders are about to become your new obsession – promising restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Slider buns
- Lettuce and tomato for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of crab meat, 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 1 egg, 2 tbsp of Old Bay seasoning, 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard, slider buns, and fresh lettuce and tomato for garnish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, Old Bay seasoning, and Dijon mustard. Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to break up the crab meat too much.
- Once the mixture is well combined, use your hands to form small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. You should be able to make approximately 8 patties from this mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes while you prepare the patties.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the crab cake patties in the basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching each other.
- Cook the crab cakes in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- While the crab cakes are cooking, prepare your slider buns by toasting them lightly if desired. You can do this in a toaster or on a skillet.
- Once the crab cakes are done cooking, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a minute.
- Assemble the sliders by placing a crab cake on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with lettuce and slices of fresh tomato, then place the top half of the bun over the filling.
- Serve your Old Bay crab cake sliders warm with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them as is. These sliders are perfect for a quick meal or as an appetizer for gatherings.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
- Be gentle when mixing ingredients to keep the crab meat chunks intact.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket – cook in batches if necessary to ensure crispy edges.
- Pat the crab meat dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture.
- For extra crispiness, lightly dust the patties with additional breadcrumbs before air frying.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature.
- Experiment with different dipping sauces like remoulade or spicy aioli to customize your sliders.
- If you don't have an air fryer, these can be pan-fried or baked, though the air fryer provides the best crispy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 125mg
