Description
These Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls combine a creamy crab and cream cheese filling with a crispy golden egg roll wrapper for the ultimate savory appetizer. Perfect for parties, snacks, or family dinners, they deliver classic crab rangoon flavor with an extra crunchy twist.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crab meat, chopped
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 to 10 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- Oil for frying
- Sweet chili sauce, for serving
- Soy sauce or creamy dipping sauce, optional for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped crab meat, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond shape.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the side corners and roll tightly toward the top corner.
- Brush the top corner with egg wash and seal tightly.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or heavy pan over medium heat.
- Fry the egg rolls in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with sweet chili sauce or dipping sauces of choice.
Notes
- Imitation crab can be used as a budget-friendly substitute.
- Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy version.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12 to 15 minutes for a lighter option.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes until crispy.
- Shredded mozzarella adds extra cheesy flavor.
- Finely diced vegetables like carrots or bell peppers can be added to the filling.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg rolls
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
