Description
Crispy rice paper crab rangoons deliver a delightful Asian-inspired appetizer that blends delicate seafood with creamy cheese. Crunchy exterior and rich filling make these bite-sized treats perfect for parties, ensuring guests will crave more with each savory morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8 ounces (227 grams) canned crab meat
Wrappers and Filling:
- 1 package rice paper wrappers
- 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 green onions, chopped
Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Combine shredded crab meat with cream cheese, finely chopped green onions, and a splash of soy sauce, mixing until ingredients are evenly incorporated and create a smooth, creamy filling.
- Submerge rice paper wrappers in lukewarm water for 10-15 seconds, gently removing when they become flexible and translucent.
- Position each softened wrapper on a clean surface, carefully spoon a precise portion of crab mixture near the center.
- Fold the bottom edge of the wrapper over the filling, then neatly tuck in the side edges to create a compact, sealed parcel.
- For deep-frying, heat oil to 350°F and immerse rangoons, cooking until they achieve a rich golden-brown color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Alternatively, preheat oven to 400°F and arrange rangoons on a lined baking sheet, baking for 15-20 minutes until edges turn crisp and exterior becomes golden.
- Transfer cooked rangoons to a serving platter and accompany with sweet chili sauce for dipping, ensuring they are served warm for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Drain crab meat thoroughly to prevent soggy filling and ensure crisp texture when cooking.
- Choose fresh, high-quality cream cheese for a smoother, richer filling that binds ingredients well.
- Work quickly with rice paper wrappers as they become fragile and can tear if left too long in water.
- For gluten-free option, use tamari instead of regular soy sauce and check rice paper ingredients.
- Prep filling ingredients ahead of time to make assembly faster and more efficient during cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying to maintain oil temperature and achieve even golden-brown color.
- Baking provides a healthier alternative with less oil while still delivering a satisfying crunch.
- Store any leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg