Crab Rangoon Pinwheels
Delightful bite-sized snacks filled with creamy crab meat and cream cheese, resembling the beloved flavors of traditional crab rangoon but in an easy-to-eat pinwheel format.
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese The base that binds everything together, offering a creamy texture.
- 1 cup Crab Meat Provides that quintessential crab flavor.
- ¼ cup Green Onions, chopped Adds freshness and a slight crunch.
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances the overall flavor profile with a hint of aromatic goodness.
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce Imparts a savory depth to the filling.
Wrapper Ingredients
- 4 large Flour Tortillas Serves as the wrapper, providing structure and ease of handling.
- as needed Oil for frying Essential for achieving that golden crispy exterior.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Soften the cream cheese in a bowl for easier mixing. Chop the green onions and flake the crab meat, ensuring there are no shells.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crab meat, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Mix until the mixture is well combined and smooth, with all ingredients evenly distributed.
- Take one tortilla and spread about 1/4 of the crab mixture evenly over the surface. Ensure the mixture reaches the edges. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas.
- Carefully roll each tortilla tightly, starting from one edge to the opposite side. The tighter the roll, the neater your pinwheels will look.
- Once rolled, use a sharp knife to slice the tortilla rolls into pinwheels, aiming for 1-inch thick slices.
Cooking
- In a pan, heat a generous amount of oil over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
- Carefully add a few pinwheels to the pan, making sure not to overcrowd it. Fry until golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove the pinwheels from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
- Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter, allowing them to cool slightly before serving.
Serving
- Serve warm alongside your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. These pinwheels freeze well; flash freeze before transferring to a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in a pan on low or bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.