Delicious Crab Rangoon Recipe

4 stars
4.07 (16)
Delicious Crab Rangoon Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 21, 2024

Crab Rangoon is a popular appetizer in American Chinese cuisine. These crispy, creamy crab-filled wontons are easy to make at home and perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a snack. This recipe will show you how to create these tasty treats from scratch.

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (6 oz) crab meat, drained and flaked
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 30 wonton wrappers
  • Oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  2. Place a small spoonful of the crab mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold over to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal.
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pan to 375°F (190°C). Fry the crab rangoon in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve hot with sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Crab Rangoon is believed to have been invented in San Francisco in the 1950s.
  • The name 'Crab Rangoon' is actually a misnomer, as the dish has no known origins in traditional Burmese or Chinese cuisine.