How to Cook Frozen Crab Cakes in Air Fryer–Who doesn’t love a good crab cake? But they can be a bit of a pain to make. That’s where your air fryer comes in! These frozen crab cakes are easy to make and taste delicious.

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If you’re a fan of crab cakes, you’re going to love cooking frozen crab cakes in the air fryer.

Just a few simple ingredients come together to create a delicious and healthy seafood dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Since the crab cakes are made from frozen seafood, they’re easy to prepare and cook in your air fryer.

Serve with your favorite side, such as Air Fryer Trader Joe’s Frozen Broccoli Florets, Air Fryer Frozen Hash Brown Patties, or Air Fryer Breakfast Pizza Waffles.

Can you cook crab cakes in an air fryer?

Yes, cooking frozen crab cakes offer a solution because they can be air fried right from the freezer. Air frying them results in a quick, crispy crust that is delicious and doesn’t dry out the crab cakes.

What You’ll Love About Air Fryer Crab Cakes

  • Quick
  • Easy
  • Crispy Texture
  • Even Cooking

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes

Here are the simple ingredients, you will need to make a batch of frozen crab in the air fryer:

Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes
  • Frozen Crab Cakes: You can use frozen homemade crab cakes or homemade crab cakes.
  • Lemon: Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice, for added flavor.
  • Remoulade Sauce, Aioli Sauce, or Tartar Sauce: Use your favorite dipping sauce!

How To Make Frozen Crab Cakes In Air Fryer

Frozen crab cakes in air fryer are so easy to cook. Here is the simple steps to making a great batch!

  • Preheat The Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer at 390 degrees F, for 3-5 minutes.
  • Air Fry Frozen Crab Cakes: Place the frozen crab cakes into the air fryer basket. Set the cook time for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway during the cooking process.
How To Air Fry Frozen Crab Cakes

Pro Tips For Cooking Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes

  • Crowding: The air fryer is a great way to cook food at home, but it’s even better when you use one that has plenty of room in the basket. It will ensure your crab cakes get crispier and brown on top without overcrowding or heating up too quickly!
  • Flipping: You’ll get the most delicious frozen crab cakes cooked in the air fryer! Make sure you flip them halfway during the cooking process, this way both sides get evenly cooked.
  • Timing: Check your crab cakes often, especially toward the end of cooking time. Every air fryer is different, so for the best plate of crab cakes from the air fryer, check on them frequently.

Frozen Crab Cakes Air Fryer Faqs

What temperature to cook crab cakes in air fryer? The ideal air fryer temperature is 390 degrees F.

How long to cook frozen crab cakes in air fryer? The average cook time is 12-15 minutes, when cooked at 390 degrees F, for frozen mini crab cakes, the cook time will take, 6-8 minutes.

What type of crab cakes should I use? There are so many brands, you can use Phillips Frozen Signature Crab Cakes, Cameron’s Seafood Maryland Crab Cakes, Gordon’s Maryland Style Crab Cakes, Whole Catch Maryland Style Crab Cakes, Seapak, Dockside Crab Cakes or Trader Joe’s Frozen Crab Cakes. You can also use homemade or store-bought crab cakes.

    Storage Instructions: Store in an airtight container, after the cooked crab cakes cool to room temperature. The leftover crab cakes will last for 2-3 days. Reheat the crab cakes in the air fryer at 400 degrees F, for 2-3 minutes. Remove when warmed through.

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    What To Serve With Air Fried Frozen Crab Cakes

    There’s nothing quite like a delicious crab cake. But what to serve with it? We’ve got some ideas for you!

    • Garden Salad
    • Greek Salad
    • Rice
    • Pasta
    • Baked Potato

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    Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes

    4 from 3 votes
    Prep Time: 3 minutes
    Cook Time: 11 minutes
    Total Time: 14 minutes
    Servings: Servings

    Description

    If you love crab cakes, you're going to love this easy recipe for air fryer frozen crab cakes. They're crispy on the outside and full of flavor on the inside. Plus, they're a lot healthier than fried crab cakes. So give them a try today!

    Ingredients 

    • 4 frozen crab cakes
    • 1 teaspoon tartar sauce
    • 1 whole lemon, diced

    Instructions

    • Place the frozen crab cakes into the air fryer basket.
    • Set the temperature to 390 degrees F, using the air fryer setting.
    • Set cook time for 9-12 minutes.
    • Remove from the air fryer, and serve!

    Equipment

    • Cooking Spray
    • Parchment Paper, optional

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ServingCalories: 4kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 3mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.01mg

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