Description
Indulge in the delicious fusion flavors of this Spicy Crab Rangoon Melt, a delightful twist on a classic sandwich with a seafood kick. Creamy crab filling with a hint of heat, sandwiched between crispy sourdough slices and gooey cheese, makes for a perfect meal anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Filling:
- 6 ounces lump crab meat (drained)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (or more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon soy sauce
Sandwich:
- 4 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- Extra sriracha and green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crab Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onion, sriracha, garlic powder, and soy sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread the crab mixture onto two slices of bread. Top with shredded cheese and the remaining bread slices to make sandwiches.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a skillet over medium heat, butter the outsides of each sandwich. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown, crispy, and filling is heated through.
- Serve: Slice the sandwiches in half and serve warm, garnished with extra sriracha and green onions if desired.
Notes
- Canned or imitation crab can be used as a substitute.
- Serve with sweet chili sauce for a fun dipping option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion, American-Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
