Air Fryer Crab Cake Egg Rolls with Fire Sauce
Looking for a delicious twist on traditional crab cakes? These Air Fryer Crab Cake Egg Rolls with Fire Sauce are the perfect combination of crispy, savory, and spicy. A crowd-pleasing recipe that is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Cooking spray
- Fire sauce for dipping
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine crab meat, bread crumbs, mayo, green onions, bell pepper, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Place a spoonful of the crab mixture in the center of an egg roll wrapper. Fold the sides in and roll up tightly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the egg rolls with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the egg rolls are golden and crispy.
- Serve hot with fire sauce for dipping.
Popular questions:
- Can I use canned crab meat instead of fresh?
- Can I bake these egg rolls instead of air frying them?
- What can I substitute for Dijon mustard?
- Can I make these egg rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can use canned crab meat for this recipe. Just make sure to drain it well before using.
Yes, you can bake them in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
You can use regular mustard or spicy mustard as a substitute for Dijon mustard.
You can prepare the crab mixture and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before assembling and cooking the egg rolls.
Helpful tips:
- Try adding a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning to the crab mixture for extra flavor.
- You can customize the filling by adding ingredients like shredded cabbage or carrots.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat egg roll wrappers.
- Don’t overfill the egg roll wrappers to prevent them from bursting during cooking.
Expert Secrets:
- To ensure the egg rolls cook evenly, make sure to space them out in the air fryer basket.
- For an extra crunchy texture, mist the egg rolls with cooking spray before air frying.
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the crab mixture.
- Serve the egg rolls with a side of coleslaw or a fresh salad for a complete meal.