Description
Crab Rangoon is a mouthwatering appetizer that perfectly blends the creamy richness of cream cheese with the delicate sweetness of crab meat, all enveloped in crispy wonton wrappers. This delightful dish is an ideal choice for parties, family gatherings, or even a cozy night in. With its golden-brown exterior and savory filling, Crab Rangoon is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and customize, this recipe offers a versatile snack that pairs beautifully with a variety of dipping sauces like sweet Thai chili or sweet and sour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces crab meat (4 ounces when drained)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon roasted garlic paste
- 12 ounces wonton wrappers
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic paste until well blended.
- Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place about ½ teaspoon of the filling off-center on each wrapper.
- Dab cornstarch slurry on one corner of the wrapper and fold it over to seal. Fold in sides and seal completely.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 375°F. Fry rangoons in batches until golden brown (about 30 seconds each), then let rest for five minutes before frying again for extra crispiness.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg