Crab Cream Cheese Wontons (Print)

Golden wontons with creamy crab and cheese, ideal as a delicious snack or appetizer for gatherings.

# Components:

→ Filling

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 6 ounces crab meat, fresh or imitation
03 - 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

→ Wonton Assembly

07 - 20 to 25 wonton wrappers
08 - Water, for sealing

→ Frying

09 - Vegetable oil or peanut oil, for deep frying

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - Chopped chives or cilantro

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and crab meat. Add the chopped green onions, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly blended.
02 - Place wonton wrappers on a clean, dry work surface. Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the crab mixture into the center of each wrapper.
03 - Lightly moisten the edges of each wrapper with water. Fold into a triangle or pouch and pinch the edges firmly to ensure a secure seal.
04 - Pour oil into a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of 2–3 inches and heat to 350°F.
05 - Carefully add the filled wontons to the hot oil in small batches. Fry for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
06 - Arrange the crispy wontons on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped chives or cilantro as desired. Offer with your preferred dipping sauces.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Cooks up fast and makes enough to feed a crowd
  • Uses simple ingredients you can find in almost any store
  • Filling is extra creamy with a hint of tang and sweetness
  • Tastes just as amazing with fresh or canned crab meat
  • Great for prepping ahead of time
02 -
  • Packed with protein thanks to crab and cream cheese
  • Perfect for making ahead and reheating in the oven
  • Classic crowd pleaser that doubles as a snack or meal
03 -
  • Keep your wonton wrappers covered with a barely damp towel as you work If they dry out they stop sticking and will split
  • Achieving the golden crunch means not crowding your pan and watching your oil temp closely Never walk away while frying the last minute counts Most important let yourself taste a fresh one before setting the platter out otherwise you risk missing the crunchiest piece

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