This warm, creamy, and cheesy Crab Rangoon Dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion served with crispy wonton chips and sweet chili sauce. Made with real crab meat and without mayonnaise, this dish combines all the flavors into one hot tasty dip!
Crab Rangoon Dip is the perfect dip for game days, parties, or just a cozy date night. Whether you are hosting a family gathering or hanging out with friends, my easy crab rangoon dip with crispy wonton chips will be the favorite crowd pleaser!
This was inspired by my Jalapenos Popper Wonton Cups and Mapo tofu No Bake Nachos on this site, and pairs well with this Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings. If you want to make traditional fried wontons, you need to try my Crispy Fried Chicken Wontons.
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- What Is Crab Rangoon Dip?
- Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ingredients
- How to Make Crab Rangoon Dip
- How to Make Crispy Wonton Chips
- How to Make Wonton Chips Without Frying
- Serve Crab Rangoon Dip
- Substitutions
- Equipment
- How to Storage and Reheat
- Top Tips for Success
- FAQ
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- Best Crab Rangoon Dip with Wonton Chips
What Is Crab Rangoon Dip?
Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer made with crab meat and cream cheese. It is a twist on classic crab rangoon dish, but without all the folding and shaping of wonton wrapper. You can often find crab rangoon in many Chinese-American restaurants. This dip is served hot and often served with fried wonton chips or crackers for dipping, and paired with sweet chili sauce.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Creamy and Savory. Crab rangoon dip has the perfect combination of crab meat, cream cheese, soy sauce, garlic, green onions, and seasonings, making each bite irresistible and addicting!
- Easy to make. With simple ingredients and a few steps without folding or shaping, you'll be able to create this amazing dish in 30 minutes.
- Crowd Pleaser. This dip is perfect for any party, game night, family dinner, friends gathering or just a cozy night-in.
- Versatile. You can serve the dip in individual mini skillets or a large baking dish. The wonton chips can be fried, baked, or cooked in an air fryer.
Ingredients
You'll need the following ingredients to make the best crab rangoon dip with homemade crispy wonton chips:
- Wonton Wrapper
- Crab Meat
- Cream Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Garlic
- Green Onion
- Soy Sauce
- Garlic Powder
- Chili Powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Monterey Jack Cheese
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Neutral Oil for Frying
- Sweet Chili Sauce
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Crab Rangoon Dip
- Step 1: In a large bowl, beat or mix cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Make sure there is no big lump.
- Step 2: Add crab meat, sour cream, soy sauce, garlic, green onion (white parts), garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, and ½ cup of cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Step 3: Transfer the filling into a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes for 350F. Then broil on high for 5 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
How to Make Crispy Wonton Chips
Cut the wonton wrappers diagonally into triangles. If you can't find wonton wrappers, you can also use egg roll pastry and cut them into small triangle shape.
In a deep frying pan, add neutral oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). To test if the oil is hot enough, dip a wooden chopstick into the oil. If the oil sizzle, that means the oil is ready.
Drop the wonton wrappers in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel to drain any excess oil.
How to Make Wonton Chips Without Frying
Method 1: Bake Wonton Chips in the Oven
Place the wonton wrappers in a single layer on a baking sheet or baking tray. Spray both sides with cooking spray and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Bake the wonton chips at 350°F for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Method 2: Air Fryer Wonton Chips
Preheat the air fryer to 350F. Place wonton wrapper in a single layer into the air fryer basket. Spray with cooking oil on both sides. Cook in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. (*Note that temperature may vary in different air fryers)
Serve Crab Rangoon Dip
Drizzle sweet chili sauce on top of crab rangoon dip. Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately with wonton chips and enjoy!
Substitutions
- Crab Meat - you can use fresh crab meat, lump crab meat, or canned crab meat. If you can't find real crab meat, you can substitute with imitation crab.
- Wonton Chips - if you don't have wonton wrappers, you can substitute with egg roll pastry. You can also use store-bought tortilla chip or pita chips.
- Soy Sauce - you can substitute with Worcestershire sauce, tamari or coconut aminos.
- Cheese - mozzarella cheese, Monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, and Mexican- blend shredded cheese are all great options for the dip.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Deep Frying Pan
- Baking Sheet (if using oven method for wonton chips)
- Air Fryer (if using air fryer method for wonton chips)
How to Storage and Reheat
Crab rangoon dip and wonton chips are best enjoyed immediately. Leftover crab rangoon dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Leftover wonton chips can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
To Reheat: place the dip in the oven at 350F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. You can also reheat it in the microwave.
Top Tips for Success
- Use Softened Cream Cheese. Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator 1-2 hours before making the dip. For the creamiest dip, make sure the cream cheese is smooth with no lumps before you mix it with other ingredients for the filling.
- Crispy Chips. Fry or bake the wonton chips in batches to ensure they cook evenly.
- Serve Immediately. The dip is best served hot immediately out of the oven, so make sure to serve it while it is still warm and gooey.
FAQ
- Can I make this dip ahead of time? Yes, you can prep the dip a day ahead of time. Simply assemble it in the baking dish, cover it, and refrigerate until you're ready to bake. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if the dip is cold from the fridge.
- Can I freeze crab rangoon dip? I don’t recommend it as it may affect the texture and flavor. It’s best to enjoy it fresh for the best result!
- What can I serve with crab rangoon dip besides wonton chips? You can serve the dip with tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, sliced baguette, or even fresh vegetable sticks (like cucumber, carrots, and celery) for healthier options.
- What if I can't find real crab meat? If you can't find real crab meat, you can use imitation crab. The texture will be slightly different, but the dip will still taste just as delicious! Just make sure to shred and chop the imitation crab before mixing into the filling.
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Best Crab Rangoon Dip with Wonton Chips
Ingredients
Crab Filling
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 clove garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped separate white and green parts
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ tsp white or black pepper
- 1 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Wonton Chips
- 1 pack wonton wrapper I use the Dynasty brand
- neutral oil, for frying (vegetable, avocado, canola, peanut oil)
To Serve
- Thai sweet chili sauce
- Green Onions, chopped (green parts)
Instructions
Make Wonton Chips
- Cut the wonton wrappers diagonally into triangles. If you can't find wonton wrappers, you can also use egg roll pastry and cut them into small triangle shape.
- In a deep frying pan, add neutral oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). To test if the oil is hot enough, dip a wooden chopstick into the oil. If the oil sizzle, that means the oil is ready.
- Drop the wonton wrappers in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining wonton wrappers. (*see above post for oven and air fryer method for making wonton chips)
Make Crab Filling
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- In a large bowl, beat or mix cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Make sure there is no big lump.
- Add crab meat, sour cream, soy sauce, garlic, green onion (white parts), garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup of Monterey jack cheese and ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the filling into a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes for 350°F. Then broil on high for 5 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Drizzle sweet chili sauce on top of crab rangoon dip. Garnish with chopped green onions (green parts). Serve immediately with wonton chips and enjoy!
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