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Crab Rangoons with Orange Sweet Chili Sauce

Crab Rangoons with Orange Sweet Chili Sauce

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 35 Rangoons
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

Crispy, golden Crab Rangoons filled with creamy crab and cream cheese, paired with a tangy Orange Sweet Chili Sauce. A perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion!


Ingredients

For the orange sweet chili sauce:

  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest

  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Crab Rangoons:

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  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature

  • 1 cup picked lump crab meat

  • 2 medium green onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 35-40 square wonton wrappers

  • Vegetable oil, as needed, for frying


Instructions

  • For the orange sweet chili sauce:

    • Combine the rice vinegar, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, garlic, ยผ cup water, and red pepper flakes in a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it simmer for about 6 minutes.

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the simmering mixture, whisking to combine. Continue to simmer for an additional 4 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and becomes shiny.

    • Remove from heat and transfer to a small bowl or jar to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

  • For the Crab Rangoons:

    • In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, crab meat, green onions, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.

    • Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Brush the edges with water, fold the wrapper into a triangle, and press to seal, squeezing out any air. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.

    • Place the sealed wontons on a flour-dusted baking sheet. Freeze the Rangoons for 15 minutes to prevent the filling from leaking when frying.

    • Heat vegetable oil to 350ยฐF (180ยบC) in a large cast-iron skillet, ensuring thereโ€™s about 2 inches of oil. Fry the Rangoons in batches, about 2 minutes per batch, until golden brown on all sides.

    • Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining Rangoons.

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  • Serve:

    • Let the Rangoons cool for about 5 minutes, then serve with the sweet chili sauce for dipping.


Notes

  • Freezing the Rangoons helps maintain their shape and prevents leakage during frying.

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  • Store leftover dipping sauce in the fridge for up to a month.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Rangoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg