Creamy Crab and Shrimp Wontons
Indulge in the irresistible goodness of Creamy Crab and Shrimp Wontons, a crunchy, golden-brown appetizer bursting with seafood flavor. These crowd-pleasing wontons are stuffed with a luxurious blend of velvety cream cheese, finely chopped shrimp, and sweet imitation or lump crab meat, elevated by a hint of garlic, scallions, and soy sauce for a savory kick. Wrapped in crisp wonton shells and fried to perfection, they offer a delightful crunch with every bite. Quick to prepare and perfect for parties or as a decadent snack, these wontons pair beautifully with dipping sauces like sweet chili or spicy mayo. Perfect for seafood lovers, this easy recipe will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces wonton wrappers
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup imitation crab meat (or cooked lump crab meat, finely chopped)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 2 stalks scallions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.25 cup water (for sealing wontons)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, imitation crab meat (or real crab meat), chopped shrimp, scallions, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the filling is well combined and creamy.
Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and lightly moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper. Fold the wrapper into a triangle by bringing one corner to meet the opposite corner, ensuring the filling is sealed inside. Press the edges together tightly to seal.
Optional: Bring the two opposite corners of the triangle together and pinch them to form a classic wonton shape. Repeat for all wrappers until the filling is used up.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping a small piece of wonton wrapper into it; it should sizzle and brown within a few seconds.
Carefully lower 4-5 wontons into the hot oil without overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process for the remaining wontons, ensuring the oil maintains the right temperature.
Serve the wontons hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or spicy mayo.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 792.5 g | 1016% | |
| Saturated Fat | 148.5 g | 742% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 737 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 4546 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.1 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.6 mcg | 53% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1571 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
