Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
Ready in about 29 minutes.
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Crispy wonton parcels filled with creamy crab and cream cheese, a takeaway favourite made lighter. The air fryer crisps the wrappers to a golden crunch without deep-frying.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 200 g crab meat, drained
- 150 g cream cheese, softened
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 24 wonton wrappers
- Small bowl of water, for sealing
- Oil spray
Method
- 1Mix the crab, cream cheese, spring onions, Worcestershire and garlic powder.
- 2Place a teaspoon of filling in each wonton wrapper.
- 3Wet the edges and pinch into parcels, sealing well.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 180°C/360°F and mist the parcels with oil.
- 5Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- 6Serve hot with sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Tips for the best results
- Do not overfill or the wrappers will burst.
- Keep the wrappers covered with a damp cloth so they do not dry out.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer crab rangoon steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer crab rangoon?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 360°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer crab rangoon ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer crab rangoon serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.