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Classic Homemade Crab Rangoon

Crispy, golden wontons filled with a creamy, savory mixture of cream cheese, sweet crab meat, scallions, and garlic. Perfect as a delicious appetizer, these are sealed securely to prevent any filling from escaping during frying.

Classic Homemade Crab Rangoon
Prep 25 min Cook 10 min Total 35 min Level Intermediate
Serves 6

Ingredients

Crab Filling

  • 8 ounces Cream cheese — Full fat, softened to room temperature
  • 6 ounces Crab meat — Lump crab meat or imitation crab, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions (green onions) — Finely chopped, green and white parts
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce — Adds depth of flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Powdered sugar — Just a pinch for balance
  • 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Assembly & Frying

  • 24 pieces Wonton wrappers — Square wrappers
  • 0.25 cup Water — For sealing the wrappers
  • 4 cups Vegetable or peanut oil — For deep frying
  • 0.5 cup Sweet and sour sauce — For dipping

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped crab meat, scallions, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, powdered sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir vigorously until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

    ~5 min
    Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to prevent lumps in your filling.

  2. Set up an assembly station: the stack of wonton wrappers (covered with a damp paper towel to prevent drying), a small bowl of water, the cream cheese mixture, and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    ~2 min
    Work in batches of 3 or 4 wrappers at a time so they don't dry out.

  3. Place 1 teaspoon of the filling into the exact center of a wonton wrapper. Do not overfill, as this is the primary cause of bursting.

    ~5 min
    Using a small cookie scoop or measuring spoon ensures consistent filling amounts.

  4. Dip your finger or a small pastry brush in the water and lightly moisten all four edges of the wonton wrapper. Bring two opposite corners together over the filling and pinch them. Bring the other two opposite corners up to the center to meet the first two, creating a four-pointed star. Carefully pinch the seams down the sides to seal them completely. Press out any trapped air before making the final seal to prevent exploding in the fryer.

    ~10 min
    Alternatively, fold into a simple triangle by bringing two opposite corners together and pressing the edges firmly, ensuring no air bubbles remain.

  5. Pour the vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot until it is about 2 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

    ~5 min
    If you don't have a thermometer, drop a small piece of wonton wrapper into the oil; if it bubbles vigorously and floats to the top immediately, the oil is ready.

  6. Fry the crab rangoon in batches of 4-5 to avoid overcrowding the pot. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning them occasionally with a spider strainer or slotted spoon, until they are golden brown and crispy.

    ~8 min
    Keep an eye on the oil temperature, adjusting the heat to maintain 350°F.

  7. Remove the fried rangoons from the oil and transfer them to a wire cooling rack set over a baking sheet (or a paper towel-lined plate) to drain excess oil. Serve warm with sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

    Cool for at least 3-4 minutes before biting in, as the cream cheese filling will be extremely hot!
Nutrition
280
Calories
8
Protein (g)
24
Carbs (g)
16
Fat (g)
6
Sat. Fat (g)
1
Fiber (g)
3
Sugar (g)
420
Sodium (mg)
45
Cholesterol (mg)
Equipment
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Deep heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Spider strainer or slotted spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Pastry brush (optional)
  • Thermometer (for oil)
Tips & Storage
  • To bake instead of fry: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray the assembled wontons lightly with cooking spray and bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  • Air fryer method: Air fry at 350°F for 6-8 minutes, spraying them lightly with oil beforehand.
  • Squeezing out all the air when folding the wonton is the most critical step to prevent the wrapper from ballooning and bursting while cooking.
  • Storage: Store leftover Crab Rangoon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to restore crispness; avoid microwaving as it will make them soggy. Uncooked assembled rangoons can be frozen on a baking sheet, then transferred to a freezer bag for up to 2 months and fried straight from frozen (add 1-2 minutes to fry time).
Tags
appetizer chinese-american comfort food crab cream cheese crispy finger food fried game day garlicky halal new years nut_free party food savory seafood snack takeout at home wonton

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