Description

Crispy, golden wontons filled with a creamy, flavorful crab and cream cheese mixture. These make the perfect appetizer for parties or a fun takeout-style snack at home!

Ingredients

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For the Filling:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

For Assembly & Frying:

24 wonton wrappers
1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
Vegetable oil (for frying)

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Instructions

Make the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, crab meat, garlic, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and salt until smooth.
Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Brush the edges with beaten egg, then fold into a triangle or bring all four corners together to seal tightly.
Fry the Crab Rangoon:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry wontons in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown, flipping once.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel.
Serve:
- Enjoy warm with sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

Notes

Baking Option: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes for a lighter version.
Air Fryer Option: Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Make Ahead: Fill and seal the wontons, then freeze before frying.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Per Piece
Calories: 90
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg