These Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are a delicious, crispy take on the classic Crab Rangoon appetizer. Filled with creamy, savory crab filling, wrapped in a crunchy egg roll wrapper, and fried to perfection, these egg rolls are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Serve them with a side of sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for the perfect dipping experience!
Ingredients:
- Cream Cheese: 16 ounces, softened (the creamy base for the filling)
- Worcestershire Sauce: 1-2 tablespoons, adjust to taste (adds a savory flavor)
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon (adds aromatic garlic flavor)
- Onion Powder: ½ teaspoon (subtle onion flavor)
- Green Onions: 3, chopped (adds freshness and crunch)
- Crab Meat: ½ pound, fresh, cooked, white crab meat, flaked or finely chopped (the star ingredient)
- Egg Roll Wrappers: 8-10 (to wrap the crab filling)
- Vegetable Oil: For frying (for crispy, golden brown egg rolls)
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
- In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently fold in the flaked crab meat, being careful not to break the crab into too small pieces, so it retains some texture.
Step 2: Wrap the Egg Rolls
- Lay an egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface. Spoon approximately three rounded tablespoons of the crab mixture onto the center of the wrapper, forming a short horizontal mound.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll the wrapper tightly around the filling. Seal the final corner with a dab of water to keep it closed.
Step 3: Fry the Egg Rolls
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or saucepan to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully place 2-3 egg rolls into the hot oil at a time, frying them for 1-2 minutes or until golden and crispy. Use tongs to remove them from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 4: Serve
- Serve the egg rolls warm, with a side of sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Variety of Crab: While white crab meat is recommended, you can experiment with other types of crab such as snow crab, Dungeness crab, or blue crab for different flavors.
- Serving Suggestion: These egg rolls are great as appetizers or party snacks. You can prepare them ahead of time and fry them just before serving to keep them crispy.
These Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are sure to be a hit with their creamy, flavorful filling and crispy golden exterior! Perfect for any occasion, they’ll impress your guests every time!