Crispy crab egg rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crab Cake Egg Rolls
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3 ounces cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons sour cream
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasonings
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1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 pound lump blue crab meat
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16 large egg roll wrappers
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1 egg
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Vegetable oil
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Scallions for garnish
→ Sriracha Old Bay Aioli
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon Sriracha
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1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the mayonnaise and sour cream, blending well. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay and white pepper until fully combined.
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Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and lump blue crab meat by hand, being careful not to break up the crab chunks too much.
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Set up a workstation with egg roll wrappers, keeping unused wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out. Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water for your egg wash. Arrange each wrapper like a diamond, brush the edges with egg wash, and place about 1/2 cup of crab mixture in the center. Roll up the bottom corner, fold in both sides, then continue rolling to seal completely.
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Place the assembled egg rolls in the freezer for at least 2 hours before frying. If storing longer, separate layers with parchment paper in a freezer-safe container to prevent sticking. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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Heat 3-4 inches of vegetable oil to 300°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot. Working in small batches of 2-3 egg rolls at a time, fry for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack positioned over paper towels to drain excess oil.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha, Old Bay seasoning, and Kosher salt until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Garnish the crispy egg rolls with sliced scallions and serve with the Sriracha Old Bay aioli for dipping. Enjoy while hot and crunchy!
# Notes:
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These crab cake egg rolls combine the beloved flavors of classic crab cakes with the crispy texture of egg roll wrappers for an irresistible appetizer.
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The freezing step is crucial as it helps the egg rolls maintain their shape and prevents the filling from leaking during frying.
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For best results, make sure your crab meat is well-drained to avoid a soggy filling.