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A crab cake with tartar sauce and lemon

Frozen Crab Cakes in the Air Fryer

Cooking Frozen Crab Cakes in the Air Fryer is a hassle-free and quick way to prepare a crispy and satisfying dinner or appetizer—just add them to the air fryer basket and they're ready in 18 minutes.
5 from 32 votes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 4 crab cakes

Instructions
 

  • Place 4 crab cakes into the air fryer basket leaving room for the air to circulate around each one.
  • Cook at 380° F for 15-18 minutes flipping them over half way through. Test them to make sure the center reads 165° F.

Notes

  • Don’t thaw the frozen crab cakes before adding it into the air fryer.
  • If the type of crab cake you are cooking isn't breaded, lightly spray the air fryer basket and the top of the crab cake before cooking.
  • Keep an eye on your crab cakes as cooking times can differ based on the size and thickness.
  • If they aren't browning as they cook you can spray the tops lightly with oil.
  • The crab cakes should reach a temperature of 165°F. 

All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 9gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Crab cakes
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