Crab Rangoon Recipe
Filling
Ingredients8 oz block of cream cheese
8 oz can of crab (OR REPLACE WITH IMITATION CRAB OR COOKED LIONS MANE MUSHROOMS)
scallions minced
finely minced garlic
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
pinch of salt
Drain can of crab, beat ingredients in large bowl and chill in fridge for 1 hour
Wonton Wrappers
Also available pre-made in storesIngredients
1 large egg
1/3 water, add more as needed
2 cups all-purpose flour
pinch of salt
Beat egg and mix in water
Seperately, combine flour and salt
Create well in center of flour and slowly pour in egg and water mixture
Mix well, dough should be pliable and add more water until desired texture is reached
Knead dough on floured surface until elastic
Cut into two seperate balls of dough and cover with damp towel for about 10 minutes
Cut balls into four seperate pieces
Roll pieces flat and cut into individual squares
You'll want to prevent these wontons from drying out and keep them with the damp towels. Don't forget to prepare a pot of oil for deep-frying
Folding the Wontons
Add a dollop of filling about half the size of wonton into centerFold the center of each edge, wetting to stick together into the middle to make the shape of a star
Fry until golden brown
Let cool on rack or empty egg carton