Wasabi Kani Rangoon (wasabi Crab Rangoons)

Wasabi Kani Rangoon, also known as Wasabi Crab Rangoons, are a delicious and popular appetizer in Japanese Chinese cuisine. These crispy, creamy, and flavorful crab-filled wontons are a perfect addition to any meal or party spread.

Wasabi Kani Rangoon (wasabi Crab Rangoons)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (60g) mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons (10g) wasabi paste
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 6 oz (170g) canned crab meat, drained and flaked
  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, soy sauce, wasabi paste, and green onion. Mix until well combined.
  2. Gently fold in the flaked crab meat into the cream cheese mixture.
  3. Place a small spoonful of the crab mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper.
  4. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold the wrapper in half to create a triangle, pressing the edges to seal.
  5. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the filled wontons in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the fried wontons and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve the Wasabi Kani Rangoon hot with sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Mixing spoon Skillet Tongs Paper towels

Tools

Frying pan Cutting board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Wasabi Kani Rangoon as an appetizer for a Japanese Chinese-themed dinner or as a delicious addition to a party spread.

Tips & tricks

For a spicy kick, add more wasabi paste to the cream cheese mixture. Be careful not to add too much, as wasabi can be very potent.

Cost

$15