Description
This Spicy Crab Rangoon Melt is a delicious fusion sandwich combining creamy, spicy crab rangoon filling with melted mozzarella cheese, all grilled to golden perfection on buttery bread. Perfect for a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Rangoon Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Sandwich Assembly
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices of bread (preferably sourdough or white)
- Butter (for spreading on bread)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the crab rangoon mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cooked crab meat, mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and finely chopped green onions. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Preheat and butter the bread: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. While it warms up, butter one side of each slice of bread evenly to ensure a golden, crispy finish when grilled.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread a generous amount of the crab rangoon mixture evenly on the unbuttered side of two bread slices. Sprinkle each with shredded mozzarella cheese for a melty texture and rich flavor.
- Complete the sandwich: Place the remaining two bread slices on top of the fillings with the buttered sides facing up, forming two sandwiches ready for grilling.
- Grill the sandwiches: Carefully place the sandwiches on the preheated skillet. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until the bread turns golden brown and crispy, and the cheese inside melts completely.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and cut diagonally for an appealing presentation. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Spicy Crab Rangoon Melts!
Notes
- Use sourdough bread for added flavor and better texture, but white bread works well too.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha for desired spiciness.
- For convenience, cooked crab meat can be fresh, canned, or imitation crab depending on preference and availability.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to facilitate easy mixing.
- Butter the bread slices evenly to prevent burning and to ensure an even golden crust.
- Serve with a side salad or crispy chips for a complete meal.
