Crab Cake Egg Rolls Crispy CrowdPleasing Party Appetizers
Author:lilie
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:8–12 rolls 1x
Description
Crab Cake Egg Rolls crispy crowdpleasing bites for parties Try this easy recipe master frying tips and wow guests with flavor for gameday spreads
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
2–3 stalks green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
12 egg roll wrappers
Neutral oil for frying, enough for shallow or deep frying
Lemon zest or wedges, optional
Dipping sauce (remoulade or spicy mayo), optional
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg with mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth. Stir in Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
Gently fold in the lump crab, breadcrumbs, green onions, red pepper, and celery until just combined. The mixture should hold together but not be dense; if it’s too loose, add a touch more breadcrumbs.
Chill the filling for 10–15 minutes to help it set and prevent crumbling during rolling.
Set up your wrappers on a clean surface. Place about 2–3 tablespoons of filling near the bottom edge of a wrapper. Keep the filling toward the center to avoid overflow.
Roll the bottom edge over the filling, fold in the sides, and continue rolling tightly toward the top. Moisten the top edge with a bit of water to seal.
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling. You should have roughly 8–12 rolls depending on portion size.
Heat oil in a deep pot or heavy skillet to 350F (175C). Fry the rolls in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until the wrappers are crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels or a rack.
Or, for a lighter option, air-fry at 400F (200C) for 7–9 minutes, turning halfway, until crisp and golden.
Serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce and a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Notes
Sea-kissed Crunch in Every Bite: A playful fusion of tender lump crab and crisp egg roll wrappers, seasoned with lemon zest, green onions, and Old Bay for a coastal-inspired appetizer or weeknight dinner.
