🦀 Crab Rangoon (Cream Cheese Wontons)

Mediterranean-style full recipe

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📝 Ingredients (Makes 20–24 wontons)

Filling

• 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), finely chopped

• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1–2 green onions, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp lemon zest

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

Wrappers

• 20–24 square wonton wrappers

For Frying

• Neutral oil (vegetable, canola, sunflower)

Mediterranean Dipping Sauce

• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp chili flakes

• Pinch of salt

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Filling

In a bowl, mix together:

• Cream cheese

• Crab meat

• Greek yogurt

• Garlic

• Green onions

• Lemon juice + zest

• Oregano

• Paprika

• Salt + pepper

Mix until smooth and well combined.

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2. Fill the Wontons

1. Lay a wonton wrapper on a flat surface.

2. Add 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.

3. Moisten edges with water.

4. Fold into a triangle or gather all 4 corners into a pouch shape.

5. Press firmly to seal.

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3. Fry

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

2. Fry wontons in small batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.

3. Drain on paper towels.

Air Fryer option:

• Spray with oil

• Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–7 minutes, flipping halfway.

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4. Make the Mediterranean Dip

Whisk together:

• Greek yogurt

• Honey

• Lemon juice

• Garlic powder

• Chili flakes

• Salt

Creamy, tangy, slightly sweet — perfect for the crispy wontons.

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5. Serve

Serve the crispy Crab Rangoons warm with the Mediterranean dipping sauce.

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✨ Mediterranean Variations

• Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.

• Swap crab with salmon or shrimp.

• Add fresh dill, parsley, or mint.

• Use feta + cream cheese for a tangy twist.