Description
Indulge in a delectable fusion of flavors with this Spicy Crab Rangoon Melt. Creamy cream cheese mixed with succulent crab meat, a hint of sriracha, and aromatic spices are sandwiched between buttery toasted bread slices and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal with a spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Mixture
- 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 and Garnish
- 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 mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded 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 the skillet: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread to ensure a golden, crispy exterior when grilled.
- Assemble the sandwiches: On the unbuttered side of two slices of bread, spread a generous amount of the crab mixture. Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the mixture.
- Top with remaining bread slices: Place the remaining two slices of bread on top of each prepared slice, ensuring the buttered side is facing out to the skillet for grilling.
- Grill the sandwiches: Place the sandwiches on the preheated skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the mozzarella cheese inside has melted.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and slice them diagonally. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, then serve hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can use imitation crab meat if fresh crab is unavailable, but fresh crab offers a better taste and texture.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Butter the bread generously for a crispier, richer grilled sandwich.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the bread with gluten-free bread.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the crab mixture can enhance its flavor with a fresh zing.
