Description
Crab Rangoon Nachos are a delicious Asian-American fusion appetizer featuring crispy wonton chips topped with a creamy, savory crab mixture, melted mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses, and finished with a drizzle of sweet chili sauce. Perfect for parties or a flavorful snack, this easy-to-make dish combines the beloved flavors of crab rangoon with the fun and shareability of nachos.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Toppings and Base
- 1 bag wonton chips (or fried wonton wrappers)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Garnish and Sauce
- Sweet chili sauce (for drizzling)
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Extra green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the nachos.
- Prepare Crab Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Crab and Green Onions: Gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped green onions to keep the texture delicate and evenly distributed.
- Arrange Wonton Chips: Spread the wonton chips evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to create a base for the toppings.
- Add Crab Mixture: Spoon dollops of the crab mixture evenly over the wonton chips, ensuring good coverage for every bite.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the crab-covered chips to create a melty, cheesy layer.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove from the oven, drizzle sweet chili sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped cilantro and extra green onions for a fresh pop of flavor.
- Serve: Serve the Crab Rangoon Nachos warm as a flavorful appetizer or snack perfect for sharing.
Notes
- Use high-quality lump crab meat for the best authentic flavor.
- For a budget-friendly alternative, imitation crab can be used.
- If wonton chips are unavailable, you can cut wonton wrappers into pieces and fry them at home until crispy.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce to your preferred sweetness and spice level.
- These nachos are best enjoyed fresh and warm to maintain the crispiness of the chips.
