Air fryers have become all the rage in recent years, and for good reason! This kitchen gadget can not only help you cook food healthier, but it can also make your cooking time shorter. If you’re new to air frying or just aren’t sure what recipes to try first, then check out these delicious lobster cakes. They’re perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal!

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes
Save This Recipe Form

Want to save this recipe?

Enter your email below & I will send it straight to your inbox. Plus you’ll get more great recipes from me on occasion!

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes-The confession is we had some leftover lobster from making Air Fryer Lobster Tails, so I put the meat aside and came up with this tasty lunch!

If you love Air Fryer Crab Cakes, You Will Absoulyute love these, including all of the classic elements of a crab cake, but switched out the meat for lobster! Amazing and so simple.

If you have been looking for some great Air Fryer Seafood recipes, here are some of my favorites:

What Are Lobster Cakes?

If you’re a fan of seafood, then you’ll love lobster cakes! They’re made with fresh lobster meat, bread crumbs, and some seasonings. You can fry them up or bake them in the oven. They make a delicious appetizer or main course. So what are lobster cakes? Let’s find out!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Lobster Cakes

If you’re a fan of seafood, then you’ll love these air fryer lobster cakes. They’re easy to make and require only a few ingredients. Plus, they’re perfect for a quick and healthy meal. So why not give them a try today?

  • Cooked Lobster Meat: This is a great way to use any leftover lobster.
  • Egg: Helps bind the lobster cake together.
  • Butter: Use room temperature, unsalted butter
  • Bread Crumbs and Panko Bread Crumbs: If you want a keto (or low-carb recipe) use crushed pork rinds.
  • Cajun Seasoning: Or use blackened seasoning mix.
  • Olive Oil: Or another high-heat oil.

How To Make Lobster Cakes In The Air Fryer

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked lobster meat, add the bread crumbs and Cajun seasoning, and mix in the melted butter. Mix well.

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes

Form the patties, then roll in the Panko Bread Crumbs.

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes In Air Fryer Basket

Spray the basket with cooking spray, and then place your Lobster Cakes into the basket. Spray them with cooking spray. Set the temperature to 370 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes In Air Fryer Basket

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can you air fry frozen crab cakes? Can You Air Fryer Frozen Crab Cakes?

Yes, start by preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees F. Then place the frozen crab cakes into the air fryer and cook for about 7 to 8 minutes, or until hot.

I recommend using a meat thermometer to make sure that they are fully cooked before removing them from the air fryer basket.

Can you cook lobster in an air fryer?

You can not cook live lobsters in the air fryer. But you can cook either frozen or fresh (thawed) lobster tails.

How To Cook Dockside Lobster Cakes In The Air Fryer

If you find a package of Dockside Lobster Cakes, you can easily cook them in the air fryer.

Follow these easy directions!

  1. Spray the basket with cooking spray, and then place your Lobster Cakes into the basket.
  2. Spray the lobster cakes with cooking spray.
  3. Set the temperature to 370 degrees F for 8-10 minutes. Flipping hallway during the cooking process!

How To Cook Frozen Lobster Cakes In The Air Fryer

Do you love lobster, but don’t have the time (or money) to go out and get a live one? Well, have I got good news for you! You can easily cook frozen lobster cakes in your air fryer. And not only are they delicious, but they’re also healthy and low-carb.

  1. Place the frozen lobster cakes into the air fyrer basket.
  2. Spry the lobster cakes with cooking spray.
  3. Set the tmepaueture to 400 degrees F, and cook for 4 to 7 minutes, or until the lobster cakes are fully cooked.

How To Serve Lobster Cakes

Here are some great side dishes to serve with lobster cakes.

DO NOT FORGET TO PIN,

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes
Air Fryer Lobster Cakes

Air Fryer Lobster Cakes

4.88 from 8 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish? If so, you need to try air fryer lobster cakes! This dish is a crowd pleaser and it's simple to make. You only need a few ingredients, including lobster meat, bread crumbs, and butter. In just minutes, you'll have a mouth-watering seafood dish that everyone will love. So what are you waiting for? Give air fryer lobster cakes a try today!

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup lobster meat, cooked
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted and unsalted
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup panko
  • 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked lobster meat, add the bread crumbs and Cajun seasoning, and mix in the melted butter. Mix well.
  • Form the patties, then roll in the Panko Bread Crumbs.
  • Spray the basket with cooking spray, and then place your Lobster Cakes into the basket. Spray them with cooking spray. Set the temperature to 370 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 327mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 796IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg

Share this recipe

We can’t wait to see what you’ve made! Mention @forktospoon or tag #forktospoon!