Quick way to grow 5 Air Fryer Crab Bites
These air fryer crab bites are a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for a party or a snack.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- shallow dishes
- whisk
- air fryer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces crab meat, drained
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon old bay seasoning
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- cooking spray
For Serving (Optional)
- lemon wedges
- tartar sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and Old Bay seasoning; mix well.
- In a separate shallow dish, whisk the egg.
- Place the Panko breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
Forming and Cooking
- Form the crab mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Dip each crab ball into the egg, then roll in the Panko breadcrumbs to coat.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the crab bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
Serving
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and tartar sauce, if desired.
Notes
For best results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.