Air Fryer Crabsticks August 17, 2026

Air Fryer Crabsticks

These crispy air fryer crabsticks are a quick and easy snack that’s full of flavour! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, they turn golden and crunchy in the air fryer—perfect for enjoying on their own or serving as a tasty addition to your next seafood platter. Alternatively, if you have no air fryer, the oven works just fine! Check out the original recipe here

Ingredients

  • 1 packet crabsticks (12–15 sticks)
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste
  • ½ tsp pepper, or to taste
  • ½ tsp curry powder
  • ½ tsp paprika

Method

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C.
  2. Remove the plastic casing from the crabsticks and cut or tear them into strips.
  3. Place the crabstick strips in a bowl and add the oil, salt, pepper, curry powder and paprika. Toss well to coat.
  4. Place the seasoned crabsticks in the air fryer basket, spreading them out evenly.
  5. Reduce the temperature to 160°C and air fry for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Halfway through cooking, shake the basket to help the crabsticks cook evenly.
  7. Remove from the air fryer, allow to cool slightly, and enjoy!
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