Description
Learn how to make delicious Crab Crunchies with this easy, step-by-step recipe! Perfectly crispy on the outside and flavorful on the inside, these seafood snacks are great for appetizers or parties. Try them today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 8 oz pkgs imitation crab meat leg style
- 6 tbsp melted butter divided
- 1/2–1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Slice the crab sticks into roughly 1″ pieces, and transfer the chopped meat to a waiting mixing bowl.
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Pour half of the melted butter evenly out over the crab pieces, then sprinkle with the Old Bay seasoning. Toss gently, just until evenly coated.
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Transfer the prepared crab meat to the basket of an air fryer and spread out in an even, single layer.
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Cook at 380° for 9-10 minutes. Open the air fryer, and give the basket a good shake. Close and cook for another 8-10 minutes- depending on your desired level of crispness.
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Transfer the crispy crab bites to a waiting plate or bowl. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining melted butter and garlic powder until evenly combined.
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Serve the garlic butter on the side with the warm air fryer crab bites, for dipping.
- Prep Time: 5minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: APPETIZER
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crab Crunchies recipe