Description
Crispy egg rolls filled with a flavorful crab cake mixture, perfect as a seafood appetizer or party snack. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat (about 150g)
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (full-fat)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Vegetable oil (for frying, such as canola or peanut oil)
Instructions
- Prep your workspace by laying out egg roll wrappers on a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying. Have your filling ready, egg wash in a small bowl, and oil preheating to about 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, gently combine lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sliced green onions, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix carefully to keep crab lumps intact. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Place one wrapper on your work surface in a diamond shape. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of crab filling near the corner closest to you. Fold that corner over the filling, then fold in the sides snugly. Roll up tightly toward the far corner. Brush the last corner with beaten egg and seal. Repeat until all filling is used.
- Carefully add 3-4 egg rolls at a time to the hot oil—do not overcrowd. Fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm. Leftovers can be reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes to restore crispiness.
Notes
Keep egg roll wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Use beaten egg to seal edges well to avoid bursting during frying. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for best results. Drain fried egg rolls on paper towels to keep them crispy. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (205°C) for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 22 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: crab cake egg rolls, seafood appetizer, crispy egg rolls, party snack, easy crab recipe, fried egg rolls