decadent creamy crab rangoon

Here’s a recipe for decadent creamy crab rangoon:

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 6 oz (170g) canned crab meat, drained and flaked
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 20-24 wonton wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Sweet chili sauce or plum sauce, for dipping (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, flaked crab meat, chopped green onions, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, ground ginger, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  1. Assemble the Crab Rangoon:
  • Lay out a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of the crab and cream cheese mixture in the center of the wrapper.
  • Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your fingertip or a brush.
  • Fold the wrapper diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal tightly. You can also create different shapes like a purse or a simple fold-over rectangle.
  • Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  1. Fry the Crab Rangoon:
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
  • Carefully place a few crab rangoon in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them in batches if necessary.
  • Fry the crab rangoon for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Once cooked, remove the crab rangoon from the oil using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve the crispy crab rangoon hot, with sweet chili sauce or plum sauce for dipping, if desired.
  • Enjoy the decadent and creamy crab rangoon as a delicious appetizer or snack!

These creamy crab rangoon are sure to impress your family and guests with their irresistible flavor and crispy texture.

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