Description
These Crab Rangoon are crispy, golden wontons filled with a creamy mixture of crab meat, cream cheese, and flavorful seasonings. A popular appetizer in Chinese-American cuisine, they’re perfect for parties, game nights, or a delicious snack! Serve them with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for the ultimate dipping experience.
Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz crab meat (imitation or real), finely chopped
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Wontons:
- 24 square wonton wrappers
- 1 egg (beaten, for sealing)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For Serving:
- Sweet chili sauce or soy sauce
- Chopped green onions (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, crab meat, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fill the Wontons:
- Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Brush the edges with beaten egg, then fold into a triangle or pinch together to form a purse shape. Press edges firmly to seal.
- Fry the Crab Rangoon:
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve:
- Arrange on a plate, garnish with green onions, and serve hot with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use real crab meat for the best flavor, but imitation crab works too.
- To bake: Brush with oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- To air-fry: Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Make ahead: Assemble and freeze before frying for quick snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg