Crispy Shrimp Wonton Cones with Spicy Crab Dip

🍤 Crispy Shrimp Wonton Cones with Spicy Crab Dip

Crunchy, golden wonton cones filled with succulent shrimp and served with a creamy, spicy crab dip—perfect for parties or as a fancy appetizer!

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📝 Ingredients

For the Wonton Cones:

• 12-15 square wonton wrappers

• 12-15 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on for presentation)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp honey

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil)

For the Spicy Crab Dip:

• 1 cup lump crabmeat, drained and picked for shells

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp sour cream

• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp lime juice

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning

• 2 green onions, finely chopped

• Salt & pepper to taste

For Garnish:

• Sesame seeds

• Chopped cilantro

• Lime wedges

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate the Shrimp

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic powder, and paprika.

2. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate 15-20 mins.

2. Make the Spicy Crab Dip

1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream until smooth.

2. Fold in crabmeat, sriracha, lime juice, Worcestershire, Old Bay, and green onions. Season to taste. Chill until serving.

3. Shape & Fry the Wonton Cones

1. Cut wonton wrappers diagonally into triangles.

2. Roll each triangle into a cone, overlapping edges slightly. Seal with a dab of water.

3. Heat 1 inch of oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

4. Fry cones in batches for 1-2 mins until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

4. Cook the Shrimp

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp 1-2 mins per side until pink.

2. Skewer each shrimp with a toothpick for easy cone insertion.

5. Assemble & Serve

1. Fill each wonton cone with 1-2 shrimp (tail sticking out).

2. Serve with spicy crab dip on the side, garnished with sesame seeds, cilantro, and lime.

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💡 Pro Tips

• No-fry option: Brush wontons with oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 mins until crisp.

• Prep ahead: Make crab dip a day in advance; fry cones and cook shrimp just before serving.

• Extra crunch: Sprinkle cones with furikake or everything bagel seasoning.

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Why This Works

• Wonton cones add a fun, edible vessel for the shrimp.

• Creamy-spicy crab dip balances the crispy shrimp perfectly.

Ideal for game day, cocktail parties, or a seafood-themed feast! 🎉

P.S. Swap crab for imitation crab or smoked salmon if needed—still delish!