Ingredients
1 package large wonton wrappers
Vegetable oil for frying
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2 tbs butter
4 oz imitation crab
8 oz crab meat
1.5 tsp cajun seasoning
8oz softened cream cheese
1/4 cup mayo
1 tbs lemon zest
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 cup grated Colby jack cheese for the dip - 1/3 cup for topping
1 tbs chives
1/3 cup mozzarella
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation (Wonton Chips)
Pour 1.5 - 2 inches of vegetable oil in deep pot for frying. Heat oil to 350-360ºF using a thermometer and keep the temperature monitored.
Cut wonton wrappers into 3/4-inch wide strips, using as many as you would like to serve.
Line a cooling rack with paper towel and set aside.
Add a handful of wonton chips to the oil and fry for 1-2 minutes, flipping them over until both sides are golden brown.
Transfer to cooling rack and let oil drain. Enjoy!
Preparation (Crab Dip)
In a pan, add butter and sauté crab on medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
Add cajun seasoning. Set aside.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add mayo; mix well. Fold in colby jack cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, chives, salt and pepper.
Transfer to a heat safe dish, top with mozzarella and Colby jack cheese.
Bake for 15 minutes at 350ºF until bubbly and cheese is melty. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes until browned.
Garnish with chives. Enjoy with wonton chips!