Description
Classic crab rangoon dip blends creamy cheese with tender crab meat for an irresistible appetizer. Crispy wonton chips complement the rich, tangy flavors you’ll savor at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) lump crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), chopped
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (30 g) green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 wonton wrappers, cut diagonally into triangles
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Cooking spray or oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Ignite the oven to 375F (190C), establishing an ideal culinary stage for a decadent dip transformation.
- Blend Mixture: Whisk cream cheese into silky submission, then integrate sour cream, mayonnaise, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and sugar, creating a harmonious flavor foundation.
- Incorporate Seafood: Tenderly fold crab meat and green onions into the creamy mixture, maintaining the delicate integrity of the seafood.
- Assembly: Transfer the aromatic blend into an oven-safe vessel, spreading evenly and crowning with a lavish cheese blanket.
- Baking Process: Introduce the dish to the preheated oven, allowing 20-25 minutes for the cheese to melt and edges to bubble dramatically.
- Wonton Companions: Simultaneously craft crispy wonton chips by arranging triangles on a baking sheet, misting with cooking spray, and seasoning with salt, then baking 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Finishing Touches: Remove the dip, let it rest momentarily, then adorn with a sprinkle of fresh green onions, presenting a vibrant and inviting appetizer ready to be devoured with crispy wonton chips.
Notes
- Manage Crab Delicacy: Select high-quality, fresh lump crab meat for the most authentic and rich seafood flavor.
- Prevent Soggy Texture: Pat crab meat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a creamy and not watery dip consistency.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Use a blend of cheeses like sharp cheddar and mozzarella for optimal melting and deeper flavor profile.
- Dietary Adaptation: Substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt and use low-fat alternatives to create a lighter, healthier version of the dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg