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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

Do you love crab rangoon? If so, you’ll love this air fryer crab rangoon recipe! It’s easy to make and tastes delicious. Plus, it’s a lot healthier than traditional crab rangoon. So give it a try today!

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon — Are amazing. They are simply wontons filled with cream cheese and crab—with the help of the air fryer, they come out crispy, absolutely delicious, and so easy to make at home with the help of your air fryer. 

My family absolutely loves Chinese food; in fact, when I met my husband, he would literally stop almost every night at the Chinese Restaurant on his way home from work. My kids share this love with him, as do I. I love ordering a batch of Crab Rangoons with Chinese takeout. 

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Chinese Food Recipes made with the help of the air fryer, here are some of my favorites, Air Fryer Sweet & Sour Chicken, Air Fryer Chinese Donuts, Air Fryer Chinese Spare Ribs, and of course, my favorite Instant Pot Chinese Fried Rice.

What Are Wontons?

Wontons are a type of Chinese dumpling. They are paper-thing sheets of dough that can be filled with almost anything.  They come in both vegan and non-vegan options. 

The most common question about this recipe is finding the wonton wrappers because they need to be refrigerated. They are typically found in the grocery store’s produce section, Right next to the tofu and egg roll wrappers. 

They come in both square and circle options, the most common being the square kind. Today, I am using them since most of you can find them at your local grocery store. Typically in Asian markets, you can find circle wrappers. 

What Are Crab Rangoons?

If you’re a fan of Chinese cuisine, you’ve probably had crab rangoons before. But what are they, exactly? Crab rangoons are small, deep-fried dumplings stuffed with a mixture of crab meat and cream cheese. They’re typically served with a sweet and sour sauce on the side. Although they can be a bit tricky to make at home, they’re definitely worth the effort!

Can You Make Crab Rangoons In The Air Fryer?

If you love crab rangoons, you’ll be happy to know that you can make them in the air fryer! This easy recipe takes just minutes to prepare, and the end result is crispy, delicious crab rangoons. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party, or enjoy them as a snack any time of day. Thanks to the air fryer, you can now enjoy this favorite snack without feeling guilty about eating unhealthy fried foods. So what are you waiting for? try this easy recipe today!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Crab Rangoons

If you are new to air frying, you will love this recipe, it’s perfect for when you are just starting out! Today, I’m going to show you how to make Crab Rangoons in the air fryer. They turned out delicious! Let’s get started.

I've been hearing a lot about air fryers lately. Are they really as good as everyone says? I decided to buy one and test it out for myself. So far, I'm loving it! In this post, I'm going to show you how to make Crab Rangoons in the air fryer. They turned out delicious! Let's get started.

 

  • Cream Cheese: Use room temperature cream cheese, you can either use full-fat or low-fat cream cheese.
  • Crab Meat: Use canned crab meat that has been drained. 
  • Wonton Wrappers: You can also use egg roll wrappers, that have been cut in half. 

How To Cook Crab Rangoon In The Air Fryer

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon--Ingredients In Bowl

 

Start by making your crab filling. Blend the cream cheese and crab meat in a small mixing bowl.  Put a tablespoon of filling in the middle of the wonton wrapper.

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

How Long To Cook Crab Rangoon In Air Fryer?

Then fold up: I brush water around all of the sides, and then pinch the two sides together and then the other two sides to make a pocket. Set the wontons in the air fryer tray or basket, rub the outside with the olive oil (outside only), and set the temperature to 330 degrees F for 7 to 10 minutes.

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

Pro Tips For The Best Air Fried Crab Rangoons

  • Overfilling: Do not overfill the wontons. You really want to seal them, so try to avoid overstuffing the wontons. Depending on the size of your wontons, you can probably use 1 or 2 teaspoons. 
  • Crispy Air-Fried Crab Rangoons? Spray them with olive oil; this will really help them crisp up. If you want the golden color, you will need to spray them with olive oil.
  • Sealing Your Wontons: Make sure they are sealed. I used a pastry brush and brushed water on them to really create a seal. You can also use an egg wash. 
  • Crowding The Air Fryer Basket: Do not crowd the basket. Leave space around them, which will allow the crab rangoons to really crisp up. Otherwise, if they are touching each other, you will get raw spots on them. 

Add-ins for Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

While I only used a few ingredients to make this recipe as simple as possible. A lot of my readers have suggested adding  Worcestershire sauce, minced scallions, and some soy sauce. Play around with the flavors, and find something that you really like. 

If you want a vegan option, remove the crab meat, and you can get a great cream cheese wonton. 

Why You Will Love Air-Fried Crab Rangoons! 

This is one of the easiest appetizer recipes that you will ever make. If this appetizer seems complicated, it’s really not. The air fryer does a great job of crisping up the wontons. With a few olive oil sprays, they crisp up so nicely and are such a healthy option for healthy air fryer Chinese Food. 

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon (5)

 

What Sauce Can I Serve With Wontons?

The typical sauce that you use is sweet and sour, but there are several available for sale. Some of my favorites are:

  • House of Tsang Hibachi Sauce Sweet Ginger
  • Ginger Sauce
  • Japanese Ginger Sauce
  • General Tso Dipping Sauce

How To Make Crab Rangoons Ahead Of Time

They are a perfect appetizer to make ahead if you have a large gathering. What I would do is prepare them ahead of time, filling them.

Place them on a baking tray, using saran wrap to seal them, and they will last about a day ahead of time. Otherwise, you risk the chance of them being soft and mushy then as you need to place them into the air fryer.

How To Cook Frozen Rangoons In The Air Fryer

If you have been to Aldi’s Market, you will know that they sell a frozen packages. You can air fry directly from the freezer.  So, if you want to make your own, assemble them per the recipe below, and then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, pop the baking sheet into the freezer and freeze until frozen solid.

How To Reheat Crab Rangoon In Air Fryer

Remove them from the freezer and place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. When you want to cook them, place them directly from the freezer to the air fryer. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F, and air fry for about 5-9 minutes. (air fryer setting)

How Long To Cook Frozen Crab Rangoon In Air Fryer?

Set the temperature to 400 degrees F, and air fry for about 5-9 minutes. (air fryer setting) Remove when the crab rangoon is fully cooked.

More Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes:

The air fryer is a great way to cook up appetizers quickly and easily. If you’re looking for some new recipes to try out in your air fryer, then you’ll want to check out these options. From onion rings to taquitos, there’s something here for everyone. So dive in and start cooking!

  • AIR FRYER CHEESE STUFFED MUSHROOMS
  • AIR FRYER CHEESY HASSELBACK POTATOES
  • INSTANT POT QUESO
  • AIR FRYER BUTTERNUT SQUASH FRIES
  • AIR FRYER GUACAMOLE DEVILED EGGS

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
12 mins
 

Cooks of all levels can appreciate a good recipe. This is especially true for recipes that are easy to make and don't require a lot of ingredients. If you're looking for an appetizer that will wow your guests, look no further than crab rangoons. These little snacks are crispy, delicious, and very easy to prepare in an air fryer. Keep reading for the recipe!

Course: Appetizers, Snacks
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Keyword: Air Fryer Chinese Food, Air Fryer Crab Rangoons, Air Fryer Easy Appetizer Recipe
Servings: 30 Servings
Calories: 92 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 package Wonton Wrappers or Egg Roll wrappers
  • 1/4 cup water
Instructions
  1. Start by making your crab filling. Blend the cream cheese and crab meat in a small mixing bowl.

  2. Put a tablespoon of filling in the middle of the wonton wrapper.

  3. I couldn’t find wonton wrappers, so I used egg roll wrappers and cut them into 4 pieces.

  4. Then fold up: I brush water around all of the sides, and then pinch the two sides together and then the other two sides to make a pocket.

  5. Set in the air fryer tray or basket, rub the outside with the olive oil (outside only), and set the temperature for 330 degrees F for 7 to 10 minutes.

  6. Plate, serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 92 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 12mg4%
Sodium 173mg8%
Potassium 38mg1%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 0.3g1%
Sugar 0.3g0%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 105IU2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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