Description
Crab Rangoon Dip is a rich, creamy, and flavorful appetizer inspired by the classic crab rangoon. It features a blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mozzarella, mixed with savory crab and a hint of spice from sriracha. Baked until golden and bubbly, this dip is perfect for serving with crispy wonton chips or crackers at parties, game nights, or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz imitation crab meat, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 tsp sriracha
- 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp cracked black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- ½ a lemon, juiced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz whipped cream cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano
- 1 ½ cups freshly shredded mozzarella
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice wine vinegar
- Furikake seasoning, for garnish
- Sweet red chili sauce, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Chop the ingredients: Finely chop the imitation crab and garlic.
- Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine whipped cream cheese, mayonnaise, and grated Pecorino Romano until smooth.
- Add seasonings: Stir in soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sriracha, cracked black pepper, salt, lemon juice, sesame oil, and rice wine vinegar.
- Incorporate the crab and cheese: Gently fold in the chopped crab meat and shredded mozzarella.
- Transfer to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Drizzle with sweet red chili sauce and sprinkle with furikake seasoning. Serve hot with wonton chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Make ahead: You can mix the ingredients and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Use real crab: For a richer taste, substitute fresh crab meat instead of imitation.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- Spice level: Adjust sriracha to your preference for more or less heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-American