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Crab Cake Egg Rolls

Crispy Crab Cake Egg Rolls That Will Impress Your Guests

Delight your guests with these crispy crab cake egg rolls, a blend of flavorful crab meat and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 egg rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for the best flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 0.25 cup Sour Cream Replace with more mayonnaise if unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce No direct substitute, but soy sauce can work.
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning Essential for seafood flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Regular black pepper could be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Swap for Monterey Jack if desired.
  • 1 pound Lump Blue Crab Meat Avoid imitation crab for optimal taste.
For the Wrapping
  • 10 pieces Egg Roll Wrappers Can be replaced by spring roll wrappers.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for vegan alternatives.
For Frying
  • 2 inches Vegetable Oil Can use canola or peanut oil.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Used for garnish, omit if unavailable.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • Deep Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of cream cheese, ¼ cup of mayonnaise, and ¼ cup of sour cream. Blend until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning, and ¼ teaspoon of ground white pepper. Ensure the seasonings are fully integrated.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 pound of lump blue crab meat into the mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Lay out egg roll wrappers on a flat surface, brush a thin layer of egg wash on edges, place filling, and roll tightly, sealing securely.
  5. Arrange assembled rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment and freeze for about 2 hours until firm.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 300°F. Fry the frozen egg rolls in batches for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. For dipping sauce, combine ½ cup of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of Sriracha, 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1egg rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a touch of spice, whip up a quick dipping sauce – perfect for enhancing those rich flavors.

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