Description
Crispy crab rangoon cups deliver a delightful fusion of creamy cheese and succulent crab meat. Partygoers will savor these bite-sized appetizers that blend Asian-inspired flavors with irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup (80 mL) mayonnaise
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
- 1 clove minced garlic (or a few dashes of granulated garlic)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 30 mini phyllo cups
- duck sauce for serving
- Chinese hot mustard for serving
Instructions
- Blend Filling: Whisk cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, and green onions into a silky, well-integrated mixture that forms the foundational flavor profile for these delectable crab rangoon.
- Integrate Crab: Gently fold crab meat into the creamy base, ensuring an even distribution that maintains the delicate texture of the seafood without compromising its integrity.
- Prepare Shells: Systematically arrange phyllo cups on a baking sheet, creating a uniform staging area for the upcoming culinary transformation.
- Fill and Bake: Carefully portion the crab mixture into each crisp phyllo shell, then slide the tray into a preheated 400°F oven. Roast for 7 minutes, monitoring until the edges turn a beautiful golden-brown and the filling reaches optimal temperature.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the piping-hot rangoon to a serving platter, accompanying them with vibrant duck sauce and spicy Chinese hot mustard, allowing guests to customize their flavor experience with complementary condiments.
Notes
- Preserve Crab Texture: Fold crab meat gently into cream mixture to maintain its delicate, flaky consistency without breaking or mashing the seafood.
- Prevent Overfilling: Use a small spoon to carefully portion filling into phyllo cups, leaving a slight edge to ensure neat presentation and prevent messy spills.
- Achieve Perfect Crispness: Monitor phyllo cups closely during baking, looking for a light golden-brown color that indicates ideal crispiness without burning.
- Serve Immediately Hot: Plate rangoon cups right after baking to capture maximum crunch and warmth, ensuring guests enjoy the appetizer at its peak flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 31
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg