Mini Crab Rangoon

These Mini Crab Rangoon bites are crispy, creamy, and unbelievably addictive the perfect finger food for parties, holidays, or fun DIY food recipes. With smooth cream cheese, real crab (or imitation crab), and golden fried (or baked!) wonton shells, these mini bites bring your favorite homemade Chinese food right into your kitchen.

Whether you’re exploring wonton recipes, craving Chinese food, trying interesting food recipes, or expanding your Chinese cooking recipes collection, these mini rangoons are easy, quick, and absolutely delicious. They also pair beautifully with sushi recipes homemade for an impressive party spread. Perfect for delicious snacks recipes, gatherings, or makanan dan minuman (foods & drinks) inspiration.

Crispy. Creamy. Bite-size perfection.

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Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 24 mini rangoons

Ingredients List

Filling

  • 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup crab meat or imitation crab (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp green onions (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • Pinch of salt

Wrappers

  • 24 wonton wrappers (cut in half if making very mini)

Cooking Options

  • Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking

Dipping Sauce

  • Sweet chili sauce or homemade dipping sauce
  • Optional: a squeeze of lime

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Air fryer or frying pan
  • Baking sheet (if baking)
  • Tongs

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling
    Mix cream cheese, chopped crab, soy sauce, green onions, sugar, garlic, and onion powder until smooth.
  2. Fill the wontons
    Place ½–1 tsp filling in the center of each wrapper.
  3. Seal tightly
    Wet the edges with water and fold into triangles or “mini money bags.”
    Press firmly to avoid leaks. 🥟✨
  4. Cook your way
    • Fry: Cook in hot oil for 1–2 minutes until golden.
    • Bake: Brush with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
    • Air Fry: Spray lightly with oil and cook at 375°F for 6–8 minutes.
  5. Serve with dipping sauce
    Enjoy warm and crispy with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dip.

Pro Tips Section

  1. Super-crispy hack:
    Chill filled wontons for 10 minutes before frying.
  2. No-leak trick:
    Remove as much air from your wonton before sealing.
  3. Baked version tip:
    Brush lightly with oil for extra browning.
  4. Fun serving idea:
    Serve alongside sushi, dumplings, or fried rice for a homemade Chinese food feast.

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
2 mini rangoons1604g10g11g0g2g

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on brands, substitutions, and preparation methods. Always check ingredient labels if you have dietary restrictions.

These crispy, creamy mini crab rangoons are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer — perfect for parties, sushi nights, or DIY Chinese takeout at home.
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese-American
Calories: 110

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g cream cheese, softened
  • 120 g crab meat (real or imitation), chopped
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp green onions, finely sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 20 wonton wrappers
  • as needed oil for frying (or spray if baking/air frying)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon for filling
  • frying pan or air fryer
  • tongs or slotted spoon
  • paper towels for draining if fried

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped crab meat, soy sauce, green onions, and garlic. Mix until fully combined.
  2. Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Lightly wet the edges with water, fold into triangles or desired shape, and press to seal tightly.
  3. Fry in hot oil at 180°C (350°F) for 2–3 minutes until golden, or bake/air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes until crispy. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Use real or imitation crab. Seal edges tightly to avoid leaking during frying. Serve with sweet chili sauce, duck sauce, or soy dipping sauce.

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Conclusion

These Mini Crab Rangoon bites are crispy, creamy, and crowd-pleasing everything you love about classic Chinese appetizers but in fun, bite-sized form. Whether fried, baked, or air fried, they’re simple, versatile, and perfect for parties, snacking, or pairing with sushi and homemade Chinese food dishes.

FAQs

Can I bake instead of frying?

Can I bake instead of frying?

Can I make these ahead?

Freeze uncooked rangoons and fry/bake directly from frozen.

Can I use imitation crab?

Yes it works great and is budget-friendly.