Crab Rangoon

Crab Rangoon

Just to be clear, this is not a Polynesian or Asian dish.  More likely, it was the Portuguese and the Brazilians who ultimately decided to fry seafood and cheese together, however, this is clearly an Americanized version of anything that bears any resemblance, but it is certainly delicious!  Like anything else, you can buy these frozen in the supermarket if you find frying too messy, but nothing beats making them yourself, all you need is hot oil and a little patience. I have even seen this served as a dip with wontons or even tortillas.

If you buy them, they are not cheap, this package at a big box wholesale store costs about $18 for “about 20”, so attempt to make twice as many for half the price yourself.

INGREDIENTS

• ½ pound crab (imitation is fine)
• Softened cream cheese (but not whipped)
• soy sauce
• wonton wrappers
• clean water to seal (but egg white works better)
• scallions (green onion)
• salt & pepper to taste
• vegetable oil in a large pot heated to 350F

METHOD: 

1. Mix all the ingredients together well, set aside.
2. Bring at least 3 cups of vegetable oil to 350F
3. Use wonton wrappers to put about tablespoon of filling in the center of each
4. Wet all sides and/or use egg wash to seal in a triangle, rectangle or little “pouch”
5. Fry until golden brown.
6. Remove, place on a set of paper towels.
7. ALLOW TO COOL, they get very hot, it takes longer for these to cool than cook.
8. Serve with sauce of choice.

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