Description
This Crab Rangoon Appetizer is the ultimate party favorite—crispy, golden wontons filled with creamy crab and cream cheese. Perfect as a finger food appetizer for game days, holidays, or gatherings, these homemade rangoons deliver nostalgic flavor and crowd-pleasing crunch with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz (170g) lump crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Neutral oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
- Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, chopped chives, sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the rangoons: Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper. Brush edges with beaten egg and fold diagonally into a triangle or bring corners together for a pouch. Seal tightly.
- Heat oil: In a skillet or deep pan, heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry: Fry 3–4 rangoons at a time for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Drain: Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Drain crab meat well to avoid watery filling.
- Seal edges firmly to prevent leaks during frying.
- For a lighter option, bake at 400°F (205°C) for 12–15 minutes or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- Test one rangoon first to adjust seasoning and check oil temperature.
- Serve with multiple dipping sauces like sweet chili, soy garlic glaze, or spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rangoon
Keywords: Crab Rangoon Appetizer, Crab Recipes, Seafood Appetizers, Finger Food Appetizers, Party Food