Crab Rangoon Cheese Spread Recipe

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Crisp, deep-fried wonton strips are a perfect accompaniment to a classic, creamy crab spread. Sweet-and-sour sauce adds fantastic flavor.—Gina Muller, Monroe, Iowa

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Crab Rangoon Cheese Spread Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 24 Servings

15 10 25

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) wonton wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 cups lump crabmeat, drained
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 jar (10 ounces) sweet-and-sour sauce

Directions

Cut wonton wrappers into thirds. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry wonton strips, a few at a time, for 10-20 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Stir in crab and onions. Transfer to a serving plate; shape into a 6-in. disk. Top with sweet-and-sour sauce. Serve with wonton chips. Yield: 3 cups spread (180 chips).

Nutritional Facts 2 tablespoons spread with 7 wonton chips equals 140 calories, 8 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 30 mg cholesterol, 365 mg sodium, 13 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Crab Rangoon Cheese Spread in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2010, p32