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
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.