Crab rangoon are delicious, crispy appetizers commonly enjoyed in American Chinese cuisine. These bite-sized treats are made by wrapping creamy crab filling in wonton wrappers, then deep-frying them until golden brown. This article will explore some of the best crab rangoon recipes that will surely impress your family and friends. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or want to try new variations, we have gathered a collection of unique and flavorful recipes that will satisfy every craving. Get ready to indulge in the perfect crab rangoon experience!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY CRAB RANGOON
Today we're talking all about how to make easy crab rangoon! This party appetizer is lightly fried on the stovetop and served with a sweet & sour sauce.
Provided by Julie Clark
Categories Appetizer
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and powdered sugar.
- Mix in crab meat.
- Place a tablespoon of crab mixture in the middle of each wonton wrapper.
- Brush a small amount of water on all four edges of the wonton wrapper. Pinch corners together, sealing them completely.
- Pour oil in a deep skillet or pan. Heat oil to 350 degrees.
- Fry each piece for about 1-2 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Place a wire rack over a layer of paper towels. After they are done frying, place them on the wire rack and allow them to cool.
- Serve with a sweet and sour sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 104 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
CRAB RANGOON
This Crab Rangoon recipe is an easy party appetizer and crowd-pleaser. Crunch through the crispy exterior and savor the smooth cream cheese filling.
Provided by Shauna
Categories Appetizer Appetizer | Dip | Healthy Side Dish
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain crab meat well. In a small mixing bowl stir together drained crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, Worchestire sauce, and garlic paste.
- Working with a few wonton wrappers at a time, lay them out and scoop about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of crab mixture just off center on the wrapper. The wrappers dry out so keep the remaining wrappers protected in a plastic bag or plastic wrap.
- Place a little dab of the cornstarch slurry on the corner closest to the filling. Fold the corner over the filling and press it down onto the wrapper on the other side of the filling. Press the adjacent edges down around the filling as well.
- Fold the two sides in toward the center, dabbing a bit more slurry to help seal the edges, forming an "open envelope" shape.
- Moisten the top "flap of the envelope" and fold it down, pressing gently to seal the whole packet together. Set aside, covered loosely with a piece of plastic wrap.
- Continue filling and folding the wonton wrappers until you have used all of the filling.
- Clip a deep fry or candy thermometer on to a 2 Quart stockpot or Dutch oven. Fill with frying oil and heat on high until oil temperature reaches 375°F.
- Drop crab rangoon packets into the oil, 5 to 6 at a time. They will sink to the bottom of the pot and should quickly form bubbles around them. Within about 30 seconds, the rangoons will pop up to the top of the oil and will become lightly browned and bubbly. Use a slotted spoon to remove the rangoons from the oil. Place them onto a plate lined with paper towels and continue frying the remaining rangoons.
- To make the rangoons extra crispy and delicious, you will fry them a second time just as you did the first. After the fried rangoons have set for about five minutes, place 5 to 6 at a time back into the frying oil. Fry for about 30 seconds until rangoons are golden brown. Remove to a separate plate lined with paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 84 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEF JOHN'S CRAB RANGOON
While not 'authentic,' these crispy crab and cream cheese wontons are one of the most addictive, delicious, and crowd-pleasing appetizers ever created. That is, if the filling has enough crab in it. I'm using a 1 to 1 ratio of crab to cream cheese.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese, crab meat, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, sesame oil, and cayenne pepper together with a fork until ingredients are blended thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 1 or 2 hours.
- Keep wonton wrappers moist by covering with a damp paper towel. Place a small bowl of water nearby on the work surface. With a wet fingertip, moisten surface of wonton. Place 1 1/2 teaspoons of crab filling in center of wonton. Fold 2 opposite corners toward each other over the filling but without touching tips together yet. Fold up the other 2 corners. Working gently from the bottom, squeeze out any air bubbles; pinch together the 4 seams from the bottom up to create a modified pyramid (or "warhead") shape. Place on a dry surface. Continue with remaining wontons.
- Heat oil in deep fryer to 350 degrees F. Fry wontons in batches until golden brown and crispy, gently moving them around in the oil with a strainer to brown each surface, about 3 minutes. Let cool about a minute before eating. Serve with the dipping sauce.
- Whisk ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sriracha sauce together in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 589.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1512 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
BAKED CRAB RANGOON
This version of my favorite Chinese appetizer is baked instead of fried, making them lower in fat. They are absolutely delicious! I don't really like crab, but I devour these.
Provided by Charmie777
Categories Crab
Time 45m
Yield 48 rangoon
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except wonton skins and butter.
- Mix until well blended.
- Place 1 teaspoon filling in center of each wonton skin.
- Moisten edges with water.
- Fold in half to form triangle, pressing edges to seal.
- Pull bottom corners down and overlap slight; moisten one corner and press to seal. (Usually there is a diagram on the wonton package. I think they look like little kerchiefs.).
- Arrange on baking sheet that has been coated with vegetable spray.
- Brush with melted butter.
- Bake in 425º oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve hot with desired sauce.
- NOTE: I like hoisin or plum sauce and sweet and sour -- even jalapeno pepper jelly!
- NOTE: These can also be fried, if prefer.
CRAB RANGOON APPETIZER
Make and share this Crab Rangoon Appetizer recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Crab
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients.
- Bake at 350 in a lightly greased baking dish for 20 minutes or until edges are brown.
CRAB RANGOON
This is said to be the closest to the rangoon served at a certain Asian food chain. The rangoon can also be deep-fried instead of baked.
Provided by Carol Belle
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Crab
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly spray baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Combine garlic, cream cheese, crab, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce in a bowl. To prevent wonton skins from drying, prepare only 1 or 2 rangoon at a time. Place 1 teaspoon of filling onto the center of each wonton skin. Moisten the edges with water and fold the wonton skin diagonally to form a triangle, pressing edges to seal. Moisten one of the bottom corners. Create a crown by pulling both bottom corners together and sealing. Arrange the rangoon on the baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 460.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- For a lumpier crab rangoon filling, use jumbo lump crab meat.
- If you don't have wonton wrappers, you can use egg roll wrappers instead. Just cut them into smaller squares.
- To make the crab rangoon ahead of time, assemble them and then freeze them on a baking sheet. When you're ready to cook them, just preheat the oven and bake them from frozen.
- Serve crab rangoon with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, or duck sauce.
Conclusion:
Crab rangoon is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and crispy wonton wrapper, it's sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a tasty appetizer, give crab rangoon a try. You won't be disappointed!
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