Crab Rangoon Recipe
crispy fried dumplings, crab, cream cheese, green chilies, lime, sweet chili garlic, smashed avocado
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Ingredients
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Dumpling Filling
Dumpling Wrappers
Frying
Smashed Avocado
Dipping Sauce
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, finely chopped green chilies, and lime juice. Mix until well combined and creamy. Set aside.
Assemble the Dumplings
- 2
Fill the Wontons
Take a wonton wrapper and place about a teaspoon of the crab mixture in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it over to form a triangle, and press to seal. You can also fold the corners of the triangle to the top to create a pouch shape. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
Fry the Dumplings
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Fry the Dumplings
Carefully place a few dumplings in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Smashed Avocado
- 5
Make Dipping Sauce
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce and minced garlic. Stir well to combine.