Description
These Crab Crunchies are crispy, flavorful appetizers filled with a creamy crab mixture, perfect for any gathering or party. They are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Main Filling:
- 1 cup lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
- 20 wonton wrappers
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble: Place a spoonful of filling onto a wonton wrapper. Moisten edges, fold into a triangle, and press to seal.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry crab crunchies in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can air fry these at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, spraying lightly with oil.
- Use imitation crab if real crab isn’t available.
- These make a great party appetizer and can be prepped ahead and frozen before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab crunchy
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
