Crab Rangoon

Who wouldn't love the combination of crab meat and cream cheese fried in a wonton? This recipe is easy to prepare and your guest will love them.

 

Ingredients:

 

8 oz. Seatech crab meat

8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature

2 green onion, thinly sliced

salt and pepper, to taste

1 package of wonton wrappers about 40-50 wrappers.

Oil for Frying

 

Directions:

 

Heat oil in a large heavy bottom pot or Dutch oven to 375⁰ F. Check temperature with an oil/candy thermometer. You want to keep the oil temperature as close to 375⁰F as possible for the best results.

 

In a large bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, green onion, salt and pepper, to taste.

 

Place wrappers on a work surface, keeping the remaining wrappers covered with a damp towel. Spoon 1 ½ - 2 teaspoons of the mixture into the center of the wrapper. Using your finger, rub the edges of the wrappers with water. Fold the wrapper over the filling to create a triangle, pinch the edges to seal.

 

Add 4-6 wontons (or what will fit without crowding) into to the hot oil and fry for approximately 1-2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

 

Serve immediately.

 

Serving Suggestions:

 

Add a couple tablespoons of chopped cilantro leaves to the crab and cream cheese mixture.

Serve with dipping sauces.