Spicy Crab-and-Ginger Salsa with Sesame Wontons

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Spicy Crab-and-Ginger Salsa with Sesame Wontons
45 min.
8
216kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game? Introducing the Spicy Crab-and-Ginger Salsa with Sesame Wontons—a delightful dish that is as tantalizing to the taste buds as it is visually appealing. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe combines the rich flavors of lump crabmeat with the zing of Thai chili-garlic sauce and the refreshing crunch of cucumber.

Each bite of the crispy wontons, fried to golden perfection, is complemented by a vibrant salsa featuring the warmth of ginger and the zest of lime juice. With a harmonious balance of savory and spicy notes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that caters to various dietary needs, being both gluten-free and dairy-free.

In just 45 minutes, you can impress your guests or enjoy a gourmet experience at home. The caloric breakdown is equally enticing, making it a scrumptious option for those mindful of their diet, with each serving containing only 216 kcal. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, this Spicy Crab-and-Ginger Salsa with Sesame Wontons is sure to spark conversation and leave taste buds dancing. Get ready to take your culinary skills to the next level with this extraordinary dish!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons sriracha 
  •  cucumber diced peeled seeded
  •  spring onion sliced
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • 12 ounces lump crab meat drained coarsely chopped
  • servings vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • tablespoons pickled ginger chopped
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sesame oil 
  • tablespoons sesame seed toasted
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 24  frangelico 
  • 24  frangelico 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together rice wine vinegar and next 5 ingredients. Stir in crabmeat and next 3 ingredients. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  2. Pour peanut oil to a depth of 1/2 inch into a large skillet. Fry wontons, in batches, in hot oil over medium-high heat 30 seconds on each side or until golden.
  3. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  4. Serve wontons with salsa.
  5. NOTE: Chili-garlic sauce or paste may be found in the Asian section of the supermarket or in gourmet stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories216kcal
Protein15.64%
Fat79.81%
Carbs4.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.38
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
10.273913139882%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:216.15kcal
10.81%
Fat:19.24g
29.61%
Saturated Fat:3.15g
19.67%
Carbohydrates:2.47g
0.82%
Net Carbohydrates:1.79g
0.65%
Sugar:0.8g
0.89%
Cholesterol:17.86mg
5.95%
Sodium:533.65mg
23.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.48g
16.97%
Vitamin B12:3.83µg
63.79%
Copper:0.51mg
25.61%
Selenium:16.28µg
23.26%
Zinc:2.78mg
18.52%
Vitamin E:2.53mg
16.86%
Vitamin K:15.34µg
14.61%
Phosphorus:116.47mg
11.65%
Magnesium:34.78mg
8.7%
Folate:28.42µg
7.11%
Vitamin C:5.49mg
6.66%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.44%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.36%
Potassium:173.3mg
4.95%
Calcium:47.78mg
4.78%
Iron:0.7mg
3.89%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.25%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.09%
Fiber:0.68g
2.74%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.52%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.15%
Vitamin A:68.23IU
1.36%
Source:My Recipes