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Crab Rangoon Recipe

Crab Rangoon

These golden, deep-fried pockets of creamy crab meat and tangy cream cheese—an easy Asian-inspired appetizer—ready in under an hour and guaranteed to disappear fast!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian, Chinese
Servings 20 pieces
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Philadelphia recommended
  • 2 tbsp plain whole-milk Greek yogurt for creaminess and tang
  • 4 oz lump crab meat, drained fresh or canned; fresh adds sweetness
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce low-sodium to control salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder fresh garlic can add too much moisture
  • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce optional, for depth
  • Pinch ground white pepper or black pepper
  • 20-24 wonton wrappers sub gluten-free if needed; look for Twin Dragon brand
  • Neutral oil for frying peanut, canola, or sunflower

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Stir in crab meat, green onions, soy sauce, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and white pepper. Taste—adjust salt or pepper if needed.
  • Lay wrappers on a clean surface. Keep them covered with a damp paper towel so they don’t dry out. Here’s the thing: dry edges won’t seal right.
  • Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Moisten two adjacent edges with water (use your fingertip). Fold into a triangle, pressing firmly to seal. For a fancier look, bring corners together and pinch.
  • Transfer assembled Rangoon to a parchment-lined tray. Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes—this firms up the filling and prevents bursting in hot oil.
  • In a heavy skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C). A deep-fry thermometer like the ThermoPro TP03 helps hit it just right.
  • Gently lower 4–6 wontons into the oil—don’t crowd. Fry until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain.
  • For a lighter touch, preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Brush or spray Rangoon with oil and bake 10–12 minutes until crisp. In an air fryer at the same temp, cook 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Arrange on a platter with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or duck sauce for dipping. Enjoy immediately for the best crunch!

Notes

• Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes—no lumps in your filling!
• Don’t skip the chill step—cold filling means fewer splatters and no leaky pockets.
• A wire rack is your best friend when draining; paper towels soak up crumbs and cool off the bottoms.
• If edges won’t stick, dab a bit more water and press firmly—no shortcuts here!
• Feel free to use imitation crab for a budget-friendly twist; texture will differ slightly.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal
Keyword Appetizer, Asian inspired, Crab Rangoon, cream cheese, Deep fried
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