Description
Enjoy these crispy Crab Cream Cheese Wontons, filled with a delicious mix of cream cheese, crab meat, and green onions. They’re easy to make and perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack, guaranteed to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 oz crab meat, drained and shredded
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 package of wonton wrappers (about 50 wrappers)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Sweet and sour sauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Ensure it’s very soft for easier mixing.
- Add the shredded crab meat, making sure to drain it well if using canned crab.
- Toss in the finely chopped green onions for added crunch and flavor.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce to enhance the filling’s taste.
- Mix everything together with a spatula or fork until well combined, creating a smooth and creamy mixture with bits of crab and green onion.
- Lay out a clean surface or large cutting board for working with the wonton wrappers.
- Place one wonton wrapper on the surface in a diamond shape, with one point facing you.
- Scoop about a tablespoon of the crab filling and place it in the center of the wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water using your finger or a small brush.
- Fold the bottom point of the wrapper up over the filling, then fold the two side points in towards the center, creating a triangle shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, and crimp with a fork if desired.
- Repeat the process with the remaining wonton wrappers and filling, working in batches if necessary.
- In a large, deep skillet or pot, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by about 1-2 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add a few wontons to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches if needed.
- Fry the wontons for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to turn them gently for even cooking.
- Remove the wontons from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Continue frying the remaining wontons, adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a steady frying temperature.
- Arrange the crispy wontons on a serving platter. Serve with sweet and sour sauce on the side, if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can bake the wontons instead of frying them. Brush them lightly with oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding other ingredients like diced bell peppers or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes