New England Style Crab Cakes
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These New England-style crab cakes get their signature flavor from Ritz cracker crumbs. The buttery crackers add richness and a golden-brown crust to the classic recipe. This version also includes fresh chives for a bright, herbaceous note. Get the full recipe here.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lump crab meat, picked through
- 1/2 cup Ritz cracker crumbs (about 12 crackers, crushed)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- pinch white pepper
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Steps
- 01Gently fold all ingredients together. The Ritz crackers absorb moisture differently than breadcrumbs, so the mixture will feel slightly richer.
- 02Form into 6 patties about 3/4 inch thick.
- 03Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 04Ready for the air fryer.
- 05Serve with tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
Ritz crackers instead of breadcrumbs are the New England difference. They're butterier and richer, and they brown to a deeper golden color. Crush them by hand, not in a food processor, so you get some texture variation.
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How to Air Fry It
- 01Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- 02Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.
- 03Place pre-made, refrigerated crab cakes in a single layer in the basket and lightly spray the tops with oil.
- 04Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- 05Carefully flip the crab cakes with a spatula, and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.
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