Description
These Crab Rangoon Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls are a crispy, creamy fusion of two classic appetizers. Packed with crab meat, spicy jalapeños, melty cheddar, and cream cheese, they’re golden on the outside and irresistibly gooey inside. Perfect for parties, game nights, or whenever you’re craving something bold and satisfying.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: 8 oz, softened
- Crab Meat: 1 cup, drained and flaked
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: 1/2 cup
- Green Onions: 2, thinly sliced
- Jalapeños: 2, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Soy Sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Wonton or Egg Roll Wrappers: 12
- Cooking Oil: for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F and prepare a paper towel-lined tray or wire rack.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, crab meat, cheddar cheese, green onions, jalapeños, garlic, and soy sauce until smooth.
- Set up your workstation with wrappers, filling, and a bowl of water.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on a wrapper. Fold, roll tightly, and seal with water.
- Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to the rack or towels to cool slightly.
- Serve warm with dipping sauces like sweet chili or spicy mayo.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
- Make ahead and store uncooked rolls in the fridge or freezer.
- Drain crab meat well to avoid soggy filling.
- Try baking or air frying for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg