Pan-Fried Crab and Cream Cheese Rangoon with Ginger-Scallion Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

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Crisp golden pockets of lump crab and cream cheese, served with a vibrant ginger-scallion dipping sauce for an elegant appetizer. This Asian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Lump crab meat, Cream cheese, Cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz Lump crab meat
4 oz Cream cheese
2 tbsp Cornstarch
1 Large egg
1 tbsp Fresh ginger
2 tbsp Scallions
2 tbsp Vegetable oil
2 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tsp Sesame oil
1 tsp Chili oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz lump crab meat, 4 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 large egg, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp chopped scallions. Mix thoroughly until fully blended and no lumps remain.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Drop the crab mixture by tablespoonfuls into the skillet, flattening each into a 2-inch round. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, turning gently with a spatula.
Step 3: While the rangoon cooks, whisk 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp chili oil in a small bowl for the dipping sauce.