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Crab Rangoon

Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300
Deliciously crispy Crab Rangoon filled with creamy crab and spices, perfect for appetizers or snacks.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 pack Chinese wonton wrappers
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup crab meat (real or imitation) (about 10-12 sticks)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • Pinch magic dust (MSG)
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 bunch scallions, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp ketchup
  • 3 tbsp white sugar
  • 1 tbsp sambal oelek
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water (for thickening)

Instructions 

  • Combine cream cheese, crab meat, salt, white pepper, MSG, sugar, garlic powder, scallions, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  • Refrigerate for about an hour.
  • Place a wonton wrapper, add filling, moisten edges, and fold.
  • Heat oil to 375°F and fry wontons until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Simmer sauce ingredients, add cornstarch slurry, and thicken.

Notes

Serve with sweet and sour sauce for dipping!
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Crab