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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls — Are you looking for a fun and easy appetizer to make for your next party? Why not try making Crab Rangoon egg rolls! This recipe is simple to follow, and the result is sure to impress your guests. Plus, the air fryer cooks them up perfectly, so they’re nice and crispy. Ready to get started? Let’s go!

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

Egg rolls, yummy, are one of the most popular takeout dishes from Chinese Food Restaurants. My family is big fans of crab rangoon, so today, I sat down and came up with this, an Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Roll.

I had never made egg rolls before I got my first air fryer. After that, I was always looking for new recipes. The egg roll wrapper crips up so nicely with the air fryer. And I have found over the years that with a few sprays of cooking spray (not aerosol), you can really get a crispy and delicious exterior.

So, today, I will show you how to make a great and easy appetizer. My kids love these, and with the crab, it has a lot of protein, so it’s a really filling egg roll.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Egg Roll Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER LASAGNA EGG ROLLS, AIR FRYER PEANUT BUTTER BANANA EGG ROLLS, AIR FRYER CHEESY HAM & PICKLE EGG ROLLS, and  AIR FRYER PIZZA EGG ROLLS.

What Are Egg Rolls?

They are usually fried. Today we are doing air fryer egg rolls.  Eggs rolls are actually American food, as the Chinese have spring rolls. These emerged around the 20th century.

In general, they are a Chinese appetizer, filled with vegetables, meat, and other things and then deep-fried.

This creates a great crispy exterior. Today I used a cooking spray and was able to get the same crunch. So, invest in a great Olive Oil Sprayer (or use any other high heat oil)

Why are they called Egg Rolls?

Since there is no egg in the wrapper itself, the name egg roll is a bit of a misnomer.

There are two theories: traditionally, the Chinese made egg roll wrappers with eggs in the olden days. Hence the name.

But the other recent theory is in New York; the same dish was made with a thin egg omelet where they would fill the thin omelet up with fillings and then roll it, hence the egg roll.

However, the name got stuck. We all know what they are and never actually think about an egg. But we all think of them as delicious! 

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Roll

 

What Is An Egg Roll Made of?

So, if the egg roll contains no egg, what are they actually made of?

The commercially made egg rolls are made out of wheat flour, water, salt, vinegar, and cornstarch.

Ingredients In Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

Ingredients In Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
  • Imitation Crab Flakes
  • Cream Cheese
  • Celery
  • Green Onions
  • Soy Sauce
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Egg Roll Wrappers
  • Egg
  • Water
  • Cooking Spray

How To Make Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

In a medium mixing bowl, combine crab, cream cheese, diced celery, green onions, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

Combine crab, cream cheese, diced celery, green onions, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in a medium mixing bowl.

Mix well using a wooden spoon.

Mix well using a wooden spoon. 

Add 4 tbsp of crab mix diagonally to the center of the egg roll. Fold one corner over the crab mix towards the opposite side, fold both sides over the ends of the crab mix to the center, then tightly roll to the corner.

Add 4 tbsp of crab mix diagonally to the center of the egg roll. Fold one corner over the crab mix towards the opposite side, fold both sides over the ends of the crab mix to the center, then tightly roll to the corner.

Preheat the air fryer to 400* F, air fryer setting, for 5 minutes

Preheat the air fryer to 400* F, air fryer setting, for 5 minutes

Whisk egg and water in a small bowl. Brush all sides of the egg roll with the egg wash. Place into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 5-8 minutes. 

Serve immediately with sweet and sour sauce and enjoy!

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls

MORE TIPS FOR THE BEST AIR FRYER EGG ROLL RESULTS:

  • If you need help on how to roll your egg rolls, here is a great video. Because one of the best tips I can give you, si to keep on practicing.
  • Make sure your egg roll wrappers are sealed. If you have a pastry brush, brush it with a small amount of water, and then seal—no need for the filling to fall out.
  • If you want the egg rolls to get really crispy, lightly spray them with cooking spray.
  • Leave space between the egg rolls to fully cooked and crisp up the egg roll wrappers. If they are touching, you will find that the food touching does not crisp up. The air fryer needs the air freely circulating to properly and evenly cook the food. Remember that is how an air fryer works.

What Dipping Sauce To Serve These With?

While you can eat these plain, there is nothing better than dipping your egg rolls in something, some of my favorite sauces:

  • Thai Sweetened Chili Sauce for Spring Rolls
  • Kikkoman Dipping Sauce, Sweet and Sour
  • Maggie Gin’s Sweet & Sour Sauce
  • Blue Dragon Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
  • Premium | BOOM BOOM Sauce

Make-Ahead and Freezing Homemade Air Fryer Egg Rolls

They are a great recipe to make ahead or freeze for later.

Prepare them as directed in the recipe below if you want to make them ahead and cook the same day. Then place them covered into the refrigerator—Air Fry as directed downward.

To Freeze: This is a great recipe to make ahead and stick in the freezer. To freeze, let them cool to room temperature after you cook as directed. Then place them on a sprayed baking sheet. Place the baking sheet into the freezer. Free until they are frozen solid. Remove and put into a freezer-safe or freezer bag.

Use the directions below on how to cook homemade frozen egg rolls.

How long do you cook frozen egg rolls in the air fryer?

If you have a batch of frozen egg rolls, place them into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 340 degrees F, air fryer setting for 5 minutes, and then increase the temperature to 400 degrees F for another 2-3 minutes.

For best results, spray them generously with cooking spray so they crisp up.

More Great & Easy Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes-

  • AIR FRYER QUESO (MEXICAN CHEESE DIP)
  • AIR FRYER DESSERT NACHOS
  • BLACKSTONE LOADED GRILLED NACHOS
  • AIR FRYER CAJUN FRIED PICKLES
  • AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
  • 2 INGREDIENT AIR FRYER PIZZA

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
18 mins
 

There is nothing better than a homemade Egg Roll; today, I made a simple Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Roll batch. They are delicious and so great!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 118 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Imitation crab flakes
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 stalks celery small diced
  • 4 stalks green onions diced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcheshire sauce
  • 12 Egg Roll wrappers
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine crab, cream cheese, diced celery, green onions, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well using a wooden spoon. 

  2. Add 4 tbsp of crab mix diagonally to the center of the egg roll. Fold one corner over the crab mix towards the opposite side, fold both sides over the ends of the crab mix to the center, then tightly roll to the corner.

  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400* for 5 minutes

  4. Whisk egg and water in a small bowl. Brush all sides of the egg roll with the egg wash. Place into the air fryer basket in a single layer—Cook for 8 minutes

  5. Serve immediately with sweet and sour sauce, and enjoy!

  6. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Crab Rangoon Egg Rolls
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 118 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.002g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 38mg13%
Sodium 287mg12%
Potassium 94mg3%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 350IU7%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Conni says

    Can you use chopped cooked shrimp instead of the crab?

    Reply
    • Laurie says

      Absolutely! That would be amazing thank you for reading, Laurie

      Reply
  2. Mary-Ellen says

    They look delicious, but there are only 2 of us…Can they be frozen to air fry later?

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    • Laurie says

      No, cream cheese does not do well frozen, but I would divide the recipe in half.

      Reply
      • Mary-Ellen says

        oh okay..thank you for the quick reply

        Reply

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