Best 4 Lighter Crab Rangoon Dip Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a lighter and healthier version of the classic Crab Rangoon appetizer, transformed into a delightful and creamy dip. This guilt-free indulgence combines succulent crab meat, luscious cream cheese, tangy green onions, and a hint of garlic, all enveloped in a crispy wonton wrapper. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures in every indulgent bite.

This recipe introduces a healthier take on the traditional Crab Rangoon by utilizing Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese, resulting in a lighter and more refreshing dip. It also features a simplified wonton chip preparation using wonton wrappers and an air fryer, making it a healthier and less oily alternative to deep-fried wontons. Additionally, the recipe includes a simplified version of Crab Rangoon dip using wonton wrappers and an air fryer, making it a healthier and less oily alternative to deep-fried wontons. Additionally, the recipe includes a simplified version of Crab Rangoon dip using a wonton wrapper as a dipper, creating a fun and interactive appetizer.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB RANGOON DIP



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This Crab Rangoon Dip is creamy, cheesy and packs all the flavor of the classic crab rangoon. It's quick & easy to make and takes only 30 minutes to make!

Provided by Caitlyn Erhardt

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces crab meat (, drained)
8 ounces cream cheese (, softened)
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoon fresh chives (, plus more for topping)
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese (, shredded, plus more for topping)
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
Chips and Veggies for Dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray of butter, set aside.
  • Chop your fresh chives and add to a large prep bowl along with all the remaining ingredients EXCEPT the crab meat. Use a hand mixture to combine the dip for 1-2 minutes until cream and smooth.
  • Gently fold in the drained crab meat with a spoon until just combined.
  • Pour the dip into your prepared baking dish and sprinkle with additional mozzarella cheese (optional).
  • Bake on the center rack for 20-25 minutes until dip is warm and bubbling. Serve warm topped with additional chives, wonton chips (or strips) and enjoy.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments/ratings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 498 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LAYERED CRAB RANGOON DIP



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This fresh, tasty dip takes its inspiration from a takeout favorite, fried crab rangoon dumplings.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup milk
1 pound fresh lump or jumbo lump crabmeat
One 8-ounce can whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped
3 tablespoons hot Chinese mustard
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup sweet-and-sour sauce
1 small romaine heart, thinly shredded
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup loosely-packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Fried wonton skins, shrimp chips or rice crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Beat together the cream cheese and milk in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Combine the crabmeat, water chestnuts, mustard, onion, Worcestershire, soy sauce, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl and toss gently to combine.
  • Spread out the cream cheese mixture in an even layer in a 9- by 13-inch baking dish. Spread the sweet-and-sour sauce on top, leaving about a 1-inch border of cream cheese all around. Spoon the crab mixture on top of the sweet-and-sour sauce. The dip can be prepared up to this point and refrigerated, covered, overnight.
  • Just before serving, scatter the lettuce, scallions and cilantro over the crab, leaving a 1-inch border all around. Serve with wonton skins, shrimp chips or rice crackers.

LIGHTER CRAB RANGOON DIP



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Make and share this Lighter Crab Rangoon Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Demandy

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces fat free cream cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
6 ounces imitation crabmeat
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper
1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce
1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers
nonstick cooking spray
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Dip: Soften cream cheese in microwave.
  • Stir in rest of ingredients (except wonton wrappers and parmesan cheese).
  • Spread in serving bowl.
  • Before serving, microwave to warm.
  • Top with sweet and sour sauce.
  • To make wonton strips (for dipping):.
  • Cut each wonton wrapper in half.
  • Spray with nonstick cooking spray (on pan and on top) and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 5-7 minutes at 375 or until slightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.5, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 10.9, Sodium 608, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 11.1

CRAB RANGOON DIP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cups vegetable oil, for frying
25 wonton wrappers, cut in half diagonally into triangles
1 teaspoon kosher salt
One 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 tablespoon sriracha
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
One 6-ounce can lump crab meat, drained and shredded
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese, plus more for sprinkling over top
2 scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts separated
Sprinkle of paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot until it reaches 350 degrees F.
  • In batches, carefully lower the wrappers into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove to a paper towel to drain, sprinkle with salt and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the cream cheese, milk, sriracha, brown sugar and soy sauce in medium bowl. With a hand mixer, beat together until smooth, about 1 minute. Fold in the shredded crab meat, cheese and scallion whites. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Transfer to a small baking dish and bake until bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle with more cheese, some paprika and the scallion greens. Serve with the fried wonton chips. (If not serving right away, cover the dip with foil to keep warm.)

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the crab meat, cream cheese, and green onions.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the ingredients by hand. Just be sure to chop them very finely so that the dip is smooth.
  • For a creamier dip, use full-fat cream cheese. For a lighter dip, use low-fat or fat-free cream cheese.
  • Add a little bit of cayenne pepper to the dip for a spicy kick.
  • Serve the dip with your favorite crackers, chips, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This lighter crab rangoon dip is a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. It is creamy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of spice. Plus, it is made with healthier ingredients than traditional crab rangoon, so you can feel good about indulging in it.

So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this lighter crab rangoon dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

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