Air Fryer Crispy Crab Bites (VIRAL TIKTOK)
Air Fryer Crispy Crab Bites are the ultimate crunchy snack that everyone will rave about! Perfect for gatherings, game nights, or simply satisfying your cravings after a long day, these delightful bites come together in under 20 minutes. Made with wholesome ingredients like imitation crab meat and Old Bay seasoning, they offer an irresistible flavor without the excess oil, thanks to the air fryer. Plus, their crispy texture makes them a hit among both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these crab bites are destined to become your new go-to appetizer!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 (8 oz) packages imitation crab meat (leg style)
- 6 tbsp melted butter (divided)
- 1/2 – 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Slice imitation crab sticks into roughly 1-inch pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle half of the melted butter over crab pieces, sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning, and toss until evenly coated.
- Place seasoned crab pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 380°F for 9-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- After shaking, continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- For the dipping sauce, whisk remaining melted butter with garlic powder until well combined.
- Serve warm with garlic butter dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg