Imagine sinking your teeth into crispy, golden-brown crab cakes that are not only mind-blowingly delicious but also completely keto-friendly! These Air Fryer Keto Crab Cakes are about to revolutionize your healthy eating game, delivering restaurant-quality flavor right in the comfort of your own kitchen. Packed with succulent crab meat and seasoned to perfection, this recipe proves that diet-friendly meals can be absolutely irresistible. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your health-conscious friends with this game-changing recipe that's so good, you won't believe it's low-carb!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Keto
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Ensure that the crab meat is picked over for any shells and drained if it's canned. Measure out all the ingredients: almond flour, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, almond flour, mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, and Old Bay seasoning. Use a spatula or your hands to gently mix the ingredients together until they are well combined. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much; you want to maintain some lumps for texture.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Mix again gently to incorporate the seasoning evenly throughout the crab mixture.
- Once the mixture is well combined, divide it into four equal portions. Using your hands, shape each portion into a patty, about 1 inch thick. Place the patties on a plate or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes. While the air fryer is preheating, you can chill the crab cakes in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- After preheating, lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Carefully place the crab cakes in the basket, making sure they are not touching to allow for even cooking.
- Cook the crab cakes in the air fryer for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. They should be golden brown and crispy on the outside when done.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the crab cakes from the air fryer and let them rest for a couple of minutes. This will help them firm up a bit more.
- Serve the crab cakes warm, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired. Enjoy your delicious Air Fryer Keto Crab Cakes!
Tips
- Fresh is Best: Use high-quality lump crab meat for the most authentic flavor and texture. If using canned crab, drain thoroughly and pick through carefully to remove any shells.
- Chill for Success: Refrigerating the crab cake mixture for 10 minutes before cooking helps them hold their shape and prevents falling apart in the air fryer.
- Don't Overmix: Gently combine ingredients to keep the crab meat in large, tender chunks. Overmixing can result in tough, dense crab cakes.
- Spray, Don't Soak: Use a light olive oil spray in the air fryer basket to prevent sticking without adding unnecessary calories.
- Space Matters: Cook crab cakes in a single layer without overcrowding to ensure crispy, evenly cooked results.
- Serve Immediately: Crab cakes are best enjoyed fresh and hot, right out of the air fryer for maximum crispiness.
- Optional Garnishes: Enhance your crab cakes with a squeeze of fresh lemon, a sprinkle of fresh herbs, or a small side of keto-friendly remoulade sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 215kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 95mg
