Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are the ultimate fusion appetizer β crispy, creamy, and irresistibly crave-worthy. Imagine the creamy filling of a crab rangoon wrapped in a crunchy egg roll shell. Perfect for parties, game day, or just a fun twist on takeout favorites! π¦π₯’β¨
π₯‘ Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
π Prep Time: 15 minutes
β±οΈ Cook Time: 10β12 minutes
π½οΈ Makes: 10β12 egg rolls
π Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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6 oz imitation crab meat or lump crab meat, chopped
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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Β½ tsp garlic powder
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ΒΌ tsp onion powder
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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10β12 egg roll wrappers
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Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)
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Optional: Sweet chili sauce or duck sauce, for dipping
π©βπ³ Instructions
πΉ 1. Make the Filling
In a medium bowl, mix until smooth:
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Cream cheese
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Crab meat
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Green onions
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Worcestershire sauce
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Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
πΉ 2. Fill the Egg Rolls
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Place an egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape (one corner pointing at you).
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Spoon 2β3 tablespoons of filling into the center.
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Fold the bottom corner up over the filling.
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Fold in the sides, then roll up tightly.
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Seal the edge with a dab of water.
π Tip: Keep unused wrappers under a damp towel to prevent drying out.
πΉ 3. Fry the Egg Rolls
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Heat oil to 350Β°F (175Β°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
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Fry egg rolls 2β3 at a time for 3β4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels.
πΉ 4. Serve
Serve warm with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or sweet & sour sauce for dipping.
π Variations
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Air fryer option: Brush or spray with oil and air fry at 375Β°F for 8β10 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Baked: Bake at 400Β°F for 15β18 minutes until crispy.
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Add a little sriracha or hot sauce to the filling for heat.
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Use real crab for a more luxurious version.
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