Description
These Delicious Crab Cake Egg Rolls combine the rich, savory flavor of classic crab cakes with the crispy crunch of golden-fried egg rolls. Served with a creamy dipping sauce, they make the perfect appetizer or seafood-inspired snack.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, gently combine crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, breadcrumbs, green onions, red bell pepper, Old Bay seasoning, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just mixed. Do not overmix to keep the crab meat chunky.
- Lay out an egg roll wrapper with one corner facing you. Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of the crab mixture onto the center.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in both sides, and roll tightly. Seal the edge with a bit of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, and hot sauce for the dipping sauce.
- Serve the crab cake egg rolls hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use high-quality lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
- Can also be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes or air-fried for a lighter option.
- Serve with remoulade or spicy aioli for a flavor twist.
- Make ahead and freeze before frying for easy entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Fusion (American-Asian)