Introduction

Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer inspired by the beloved crispy crab rangoon. With a blend of crab meat, cream cheese, and savory seasonings baked to bubbly perfection, it’s perfect for parties or game day. Serve it with crispy wonton chips or your favorite dippers for an irresistible treat.

The image shows a white oval dish filled with a layered dip. The bottom layer is creamy and light beige, with a smooth texture visible where a crispy golden-brown triangular chip is dipped in, held by a woman's hand. On top of this is a bright orange, glossy layer of sweet chili sauce scattered with small pieces of red chili and green chopped scallions. Around the dish, on a white plate, are more triangular, golden, crispy chips, some also sprinkled with chopped scallions. The whole setup is placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup crab meat (imitation or canned lump, well drained)
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
4 green onions (thinly sliced, white and green parts)
2 teaspoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon sugar
1 cup mozzarella cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded, for topping)
½ cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce (optional)
24 wonton wraps (cut in half for chips)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1 green onion (thinly sliced, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If the cream cheese is not soft, warm it in the microwave for about 10 seconds until easily spreadable.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix together crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sugar, and 1 cup mozzarella until evenly combined.
Step 3: Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish (around 1 quart or 8”x8” size). Sprinkle the reserved ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
Step 4: Bake for 20–25 minutes until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is slightly browned.
Step 5: While baking, prepare the wonton chips (see instructions below). Once baked, optionally spoon the Thai sweet chili sauce over the dip and spread it evenly.
Step 6: Garnish the dip with the sliced green onion and serve warm with the wonton chips or your choice of dippers.
Wonton Chips – Pan-Fried Method: Heat a thin layer of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry wonton triangles in batches for 20–25 seconds or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Wonton Chips – Air Fryer Method: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil or spray the wonton chips and arrange them in a single layer inside the fryer. Cook for 4–5 minutes until golden and crispy.

Tips & Variations

Drain the crab meat well to avoid a watery dip.
For a spicier kick, add a dash of sriracha or swap sweet chili sauce for a hot chili sauce.
If you can’t find wonton wrappers, use egg roll or spring roll wrappers as a substitute.
Try serving the dip with pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggie sticks instead of wonton chips.
Room temperature cream cheese blends more easily for a smooth dip texture.

Storage

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F until warmed through or microwave in short bursts, stirring occasionally. Keep wonton chips separate and crispy; they do not store well once fried or air fried.

How to Serve

A white oval dish filled with a dip that has two clear layers: the bottom creamy white and beige layer showing a smooth texture with some bits of green, and the top bright orange shiny layer that looks like sweet chili sauce with red chili flakes and small green onion slices scattered on top; the dish is placed on a white plate holding many golden brown fried triangular chips with a rough, bubbled surface, one chip is scooping some of the dip, held by a woman's hand, all set on a white marbled surface photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use imitation crab meat for this dip?

Yes, imitation crab meat works well and is a cost-effective alternative to real crab. Just be sure to drain it thoroughly before mixing.

Is the Thai sweet chili sauce essential?

No, the sweet chili sauce is optional and adds a mild sweetness with a touch of spice. You can omit it or replace it with another dipping sauce based on your preference.