🦀 Crab Rangoon (Cream Cheese Wontons)
Mediterranean-style full recipe
📝 Ingredients (Makes 20–24 wontons)
Filling
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225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), finely chopped
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2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1–2 green onions, finely chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp lemon zest
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½ tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
Wrappers
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20–24 square wonton wrappers
For Frying
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Neutral oil (vegetable, canola, sunflower)
Mediterranean Dipping Sauce
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3 tbsp Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp chili flakes
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Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix together:
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Cream cheese
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Crab meat
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Greek yogurt
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Garlic
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Green onions
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Lemon juice + zest
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Oregano
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Paprika
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Salt + pepper
Mix until smooth and well combined.
2. Fill the Wontons
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Lay a wonton wrapper on a flat surface.
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Add 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.
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Moisten edges with water.
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Fold into a triangle or gather all 4 corners into a pouch shape.
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Press firmly to seal.
3. Fry
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Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry wontons in small batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Drain on paper towels.
Air Fryer option:
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Spray with oil
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Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–7 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Make the Mediterranean Dip
Whisk together:
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Greek yogurt
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Honey
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Lemon juice
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Garlic powder
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Chili flakes
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Salt
Creamy, tangy, slightly sweet — perfect for the crispy wontons.
5. Serve
Serve the crispy Crab Rangoons warm with the Mediterranean dipping sauce.
✨ Mediterranean Variations
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Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.
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Swap crab with salmon or shrimp.
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Add fresh dill, parsley, or mint.
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Use feta + cream cheese for a tangy twist.
