Description
Crispy crab cake egg rolls blend Maryland’s coastal charm with Asian-inspired crunch, delivering a mouthwatering fusion of seafood and crisp textures. Golden-brown parcels paired with zesty lemon dip promise a delightful culinary adventure you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Seafood Ingredient:
- 1 cup lump crab meat
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
Seasonings and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Delicately combine lump crab meat with finely chopped celery, green onions, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed without breaking the crab meat.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally on a clean surface, creating a diamond shape with the point facing you.
- Carefully place a precise portion of the crab mixture in the center of the wrapper, leaving sufficient margin around the edges.
- Apply beaten egg along the wrapper’s edges using a pastry brush to create a secure seal.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then neatly tuck in the side corners to create a compact package.
- Roll the wrapper tightly from bottom to top, pressing gently to seal the edges completely.
- Repeat the rolling process with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature for even cooking.
- Carefully lower egg rolls into hot oil, frying in small batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Rotate egg rolls every 45-60 seconds to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes total cooking time.
- Transfer crispy egg rolls to paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain and maintaining their crispness.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, freshly grated lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a bright, tangy dipping sauce.
- Plate the golden egg rolls alongside the zesty lemon dip, serving immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture in your egg rolls.
- Pat the crab meat dry before mixing to prevent excess moisture that could make the filling soggy.
- Use a sharp knife to finely chop celery and green onions for a more even distribution in the filling.
- Seal egg roll wrappers completely to prevent oil from seeping into the filling during frying.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F to ensure crispy, golden-brown egg rolls without burning.
- For a gluten-free option, use rice paper wrappers instead of traditional egg roll wrappers.
- Test oil temperature by dropping a small piece of wrapper – it should sizzle and rise immediately.
- Allow egg rolls to cool slightly before serving to prevent burning and maintain crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg