Description
Crab Rangoon Nachos offer a flavorful fusion twist on classic nachos by combining crispy wonton chips topped with a creamy crab mixture, sweet chili sauce, and a hint of garlic chili oil. This appetizer is perfect for parties and casual gatherings, delivering a crunchy, savory, and slightly sweet bite with every mouthful.
Ingredients
Scale
Wonton Chips
- 30 wonton wrappers, sliced in half diagonally
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black sesame seeds (optional)
Crab Filling
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ¼ cup (59.5 g) heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups imitation crab, chopped
Toppings and Garnishes
- 3-4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 3-4 tablespoons garlic chili oil
- Green onions, sliced, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Wonton Chips: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the wonton wrapper halves in a single layer on a baking sheet. Lightly sprinkle kosher salt and black sesame seeds over the wontons. Bake for about 7 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make Crab Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sesame oil, white sugar, and garlic powder. Stir well to incorporate all flavors.
- Add Crab Meat: Fold the chopped imitation crab into the cream cheese mixture until evenly combined.
- Assemble Nachos: On a large serving platter, spread the baked wonton chips evenly. Dollop or spoon generous amounts of the crab mixture over the chips.
- Add Sauces: Drizzle sweet chili sauce and garlic chili oil evenly over the layered nachos, giving a nice balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions and additional sesame seeds on top for a fresh and crunchy garnish. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the wonton chips.
Notes
- You can substitute imitation crab with real crab meat for a more authentic flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce and garlic chili oil to suit your preferred heat and sweetness levels.
- For extra crunch, you can air-fry the wonton chips instead of baking.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to mix easily with other ingredients.
- This dish is best served fresh to maintain the crispiness of the wonton chips.
