Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls In Air Fryer
Are you looking for a tasty and unique appetizer for your next gathering? Look no further than crab rangoon egg rolls made in an air fryer. This innovative twist on a classic appetizer is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
What are crab rangoon egg rolls?
Crab rangoon egg rolls are a fusion of two beloved appetizers. Crab rangoon is a popular Chinese-American dish made with cream cheese, crab meat, and seasonings, all wrapped in a wonton wrapper and fried until crisp. Egg rolls are a similar type of appetizer that is typically filled with a mixture of meat and vegetables and fried until crispy.
Crab rangoon egg rolls take the filling of traditional crab rangoon and wrap it up in an egg roll wrapper. The egg roll is then fried in an air fryer, creating a perfectly crispy exterior with a creamy and flavorful filling.
Ingredients
Making crab rangoon egg rolls in an air fryer is easy and requires just a few ingredients:
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cooked crab meat
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, crab meat, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean, flat surface. Spoon approximately two tablespoons of the crab rangoon filling into the center of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll the egg roll up tightly, sealing the edge with a small amount of water.
- Repeat with the remaining egg roll wrappers and filling.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for 5 minutes.
- Place the egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching. Spray the tops of the egg rolls with olive oil spray.
- Cook the egg rolls for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve hot, with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips for success
To ensure your crab rangoon egg rolls turn out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Don't overfill the egg roll wrappers or they may burst during cooking.
- Spray the egg rolls with a light coating of olive oil to help them crisp up in the air fryer.
- Flip the egg rolls halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
Conclusion
Crab rangoon egg rolls made in an air fryer are a delicious and unique appetizer that your guests will love. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can create a crowd-pleasing dish that is sure to become a favorite at your gatherings.
