Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are filled with fresh crab meat, cream cheese, and a perfect blend of spices. They are fried to golden perfection and are the ultimate party appetizer.
I love appetizer-type foods. They are my absolute favorite food group. Egg rolls are versatile and easy to stuff and fry or bake up. Thanks to ready-made egg roll skins, making all kinds of great fried treats is a cinch. Once you get the hang of rolling these beauties, there is no limit to what you can do with them.
Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are stuffed with crab, cream cheese, green onions, and the perfect blend of spices, mimicking the classic crab rangoons with an extra large helping of the best part. I heat the oil in a heavy stock pot on the stove using a thermometer, but a deep fryer would be helpful if you prepare these for a holiday party or football game day fun. These Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls are always a great choice as they are a party favorite, and even the kids enjoy them. I like to put real flaked cooked white crab in them, albeit you don’t need a lot of crab meat to make them delicious. If that is unavailable or fresh crab is a little out of your budget, you can use imitation crab meat.
How to Make Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
Combine the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, green onions, and crab meat. Lay one egg roll wrapper out with a corner pointing towards you. Place about three rounded tablespoons in the center of each wrapper, making a short horizontal lump. Bring the corner closest to you up and over and gently tuck it in, working out any excess air bubbles. Fold in the sides and roll the wrapper tightly. Use a small amount of water to secure the tip of the wrapper.
Heat oil in a fryer or Dutch oven to 375 degrees. Fry 2-3 at a time until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Preparation Tips
- If possible, use fresh crab. I used King Crab, which I find to be the best for these. You can also use Snow Crab, Dungeness crab, Blue Crab, and Stone Crab. In a pinch, substitute canned or imitation crab meat. If using imitation, be sure to chop it up fine.
- Egg roll wrappers can be found in most grocery stores in the refrigerator cases next to the fresh produce.
- Soften the cream cheese to room temperature.
- Do you like your crab rangoon a little sweet? Add 1/2 tablespoon of sugar or 1/2 tablespoon of mirin.
- Use oil with a high smoking point, such as vegetable, canola, or peanut.
- A candy thermometer attached to the side of the Dutch oven will help you keep your oil at a consistent 375 degrees. When you add the egg rolls, the temperature will drop, so turn it up slightly. When you remove the egg rolls from the oil, the temperature will rise, so turn it down a bit.
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Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
Ingredients
- 2 8 ounce boxes cream cheese softened
- 1 -2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce see notes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 3 green onions chopped
- ½ lb fresh white cooked crabmeat flaked or diced
- 8-10 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions several times until mixed. Stir in crab meat.
- Lay one egg roll wrapper out with a corner pointing towards you. Place about three rounded tablespoons in the center of each wrapper, making a short horizontal lump. Bring the corner that is closest to you up and over and gently tuck it in. Fold in the sides and roll the wrapper tightly. Use a small amount of water to secure the tip of the wrapper. (If you don’t know how to roll an egg roll, it usually shows on the package with pictures).
- Heat oil in a heavy stockpot or saucepan to 375 degrees. Fry them 2-3 at a time (depending on the size of your pan) for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned. Allow the heat to charge back up in between batches. Place on paper towels to drain. Serve warm.
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Notes
- If at all possible, use fresh crab. I used King Crab, which I find to be the best for these. You can also use Snow Crab, Dungeness Crab, Blue Crab, and Stone Crab.
- In a pinch, substitute canned or imitation crab meat. If using imitation, be sure to chop it up fine.
- Egg roll wrappers can be found in most grocery stores in the refrigerator cases next to the fresh produce.
- Soften the cream cheese to room temperature.
- Like your crab rangoon a little sweet? Add 1/2 tablespoon of sugar or 1/2 tablespoon of mirin.
- Use oil with a high smoking point like vegetable, canola, or peanut.
- A candy thermometer attached to the side of the Dutch oven will help you keep your oil at a consistent 375 degrees. When you add the egg rolls, the temperature will drop, so turn it up slightly. When you remove the egg rolls from the oil, the temperature will rise, so turn it down a bit.
Nutrition
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Laura
These are so good. I made smaller ones in a triangle sjape usong won ton wrappers. Also, ive made these using canned crap, and it was really good!!
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much and thanks for the heads about the crab!!
Beth Pierce
Did I spell something wrong?
Pam
No the note above this meant to write crab but wrote crap !! LOL
Beth Pierce
No worries. LOL
Janet Gilmore
I would love to know how to make the sweet and sour sauce to go with this recipe . Could you please email it to me.
Thank you for all the awesome recipes.
Beth Pierce
I don’t serve it with any sauce because it would mess up the glorious flavor. I might be able to find one on one of my blogging friends sites if you still want one
betty alvey
A delicious sauce I make is, 1 can crushed pineapple with juice, 2 Tblsp. chili sauce, 2 Tblsp. corn starch, 2 Tblsp. grenedine, and 1/2 cup sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer until thickened.
Beth Pierce
Thanks for the recipe. I shall give it a whirl.
Tami G
What size can of Pineapple?
Beth Pierce
There isn’t any pineapple in the Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls. Can you please let me know what recipe you are referring to?
Pam
I think the pineapple she was talking about was for the sauce in note above!
Beth Pierce
Thanks!
Brandi
There’s no where close to me that sells fresh crab meat. Would imitation work?
Beth Pierce
Yes you can. Cooked chicken would also make a good second choice. Happy cooking!!
Ramon
Hello!! I can’t wait to try this! I was wondering if you could use an air fryer instead of deep frying…what do you think?
Beth Pierce
Not sure. I am not familiar with air fryers. Sorry. You might be able to search something on the internet.
Julie Austin
I was thinking the same thing! I think it would work, might not be quite as crispy, but should still taste great!
Rhonda
I’ve used them before but close them like a dumpling rather than an egg roll. Just as tasty!
Jackie
Do you use imitation crab meat or real?
Beth Pierce
Real. If you are on a budget you can cut back to between 1/2 to 3/4 of a lb. It is pricey but delicious!
Santa Price
Just went to the grocery store and purchased egg rolls wraps and wonton wraps can’t wait to show my daughter these recpies. Thank you so much
Beth Pierce
You are so very welcome. I hope you and your daughter have fun cooking!
Deanie
Can’t wait to try them!!!!!
Beth Pierce
I love to cook. It sounds like you do to!
Mary
Do you dip them in anything or just eat them plain?
Beth Pierce
Eat them plain. They are delicious!
jo greene
I like them with a bit of orange marmalade =)
Beth Pierce
Interesting!! I love it!!
Gail
Local Chinese restaurant serves them with plum sauce.
I prefer them as is.
Rebecca
How many calories?
Beth Pierce
Not sure. I do not have calorie counters running on my recipes. However they are available on line for you to put the ingredients in line by line and see the calories in any recipe.
Rose Charbonneau
would won ton wraps work for these?
Beth Pierce
No they are too small
Bill
My wife use to make this stuff and always used the won ton wraps and they were perfect. It really stretched the recipe when you have a large crowd and helped reduce the richness. Awesome stuff!
Beth Pierce
Thank you! Yes I also use wonton skins when entertaining a crowd. Crab can get a little pricey!!
Janet
Wondering if you have tried shrimp instead as crab not as pricey
Rhonda
I’ve used them before but close them like a dumpling rather than an egg roll. Just as tasty!
Tammy. Swenson
Where do I buy the egg rolls
Beth Pierce
In the US most grocery stores sell them in the vegetable section usually next to the fresh herbs and salsas.
Kathy
Can you freeze them at any point?
Beth Pierce
I have not tried but honestly I don’t think these will freeze well. Next time I make them I will try freezing a couple.
Joy Crumpton
Were is the wonton recsipe??
Beth Pierce
Pepper Jack Chicken Cream Cheese Wontons I am guessing that this is the one you a looking for although I have several!
may
can i add a lil mayo?
Beth Pierce
I am sure it would be fine. I would only do a touch so you do not change the consistency too much.
Phillip
I can’t seem to get off your website! Your site is AWESOME! The format and the presentation of your fantastic recipes is incredible. I am the chef in my house but I fear if I lived with you I would weigh twice what I do now.
You make a passing comment about baking these gems, Any more detailed instructions on this? (Yes Phillip, roll then up, put them on a cookie sheet and bake them until that are browned and crispy?)
Linda Leone
Maybe try this , spray the egg rolls with cooking spray, on baking sheet ,.. bake 375° ( preheated oven) til gbd guess would
be 10 to 12 min …
Rhonda
These are great done in an air fryer too. I just use an oil spritzer and lightly spray them first. They come out browned and crispy.
Beth Pierce
I think I am going to have to get an air fryer. Thanks for the heads up!!
Sue Dean
How many did you cook at a time…and for how long. How long would you say for just two ?
Beth Pierce
It would just be 1 1/2 – 2 minutes. Go by the color of the egg roll. They should be golden brown and you are using COOKED crab so you don’t have to worry about that part.
Margaret
I am going to try these in my air fryer.
Beth Pierce
Thank you! I have heard good things about cooking them in the air fryer from the readers!
Sam
How many does this recipe make?
Beth Pierce
Eight to Ten!! They are so yummy! Enjoy!
Melinda Cooper
Can you bake these?
Beth Pierce
An air fryer works better! Do you have one?
Misty
How would I cook these in an air fryer?
Beth Pierce
Here you go! This seems to be a very popular question right now! Make sure they are well sealed with water when you fold them. Of course you would do that if you are frying in oil too. I would first lightly brush with a little bit of vegetable or canola oil. In an air-fryer at 390 degrees, single layer with a little bit of space between them. 8 minutes, then turn and 4 more minutes. I would put the first 1 in by itself and run it as a test run just in case you need to increase or decrease those times by a minute. Some people like them a little lighter and some a little darker.
Anna Vastano
Beth, I just got an Air Fryer and would love to try this recipe. Can you tell me Air Fryer times??
Beth Pierce
Good morning Anna! Yes of course! Make sure they are well sealed with water when you fold them. I would first lightly brush with a little bit of vegetable or canola oil. In an air-fryer at 390 degrees, single layer with a little bit of space between them. 8 minutes, then turn and 4 more minutes. I would put the first 1 in by itself and run it as a test run just in case you need to increase or decrease those times by a minute.
Gail
According to the recipe, it makes 10.
Ann M Morgan
Says 8 to 10, bit mine made more like 14 nicely filled ones.
Beth Pierce
Thanks for the heads up.
Ruby Satterfield
Great recipes. Thank you.
Beth Pierce
Thanks for the complement! You are most welcome!
Shanitha
Where can I find egg roll wraps
Beth Pierce
I purchase them at the grocery store in the produce section where they keep the fresh herbs and spices. I hope this helps!!
Christine
Shanitha, if there’s an Asian food section in your market, you’ll find them there.
Tina
I got some at Walmart in the refrigerated section of the produce department
Katie
Walmart in the produce section
Carolyn schroder
I just ask where I can find the item I’m looking for. Saves me time and it is usually not in the area I would look! Just a time saver!❤️
Beth Pierce
I always find the egg rolls wrappers in the produce refrigerator section usually next to the fresh herbs.
Carrie
At my Walmart they are in the produce department next to the bagged salads
Sheila Branham Sutton
I love recipe. How do you make the dipping sauce that traditionally comes with Crab Rangoon? Thank you
Beth Pierce
I don’t usually use a dipping sauce however this one from another page sounds good. http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2011/04/crab-rangoon-crab-puffs-recipe.html
Meese
We bought Asian sauce from Aldi. It’s very good.
Daniel Dailey
Can I prepare these and freeze them
Beth Pierce
Yes you can. Assemble them and flash freeze. Once frozen store in freezer bags for up to 4 months. Take them out as needed and deep fry. Increase frying time by a couple of minutes.