Salmon Rangoons

Salmon Rangoons: Better than Crab?

Picture this: you’re at a gathering with friends, and a plate of delicious, crispy, and creamy rangoons makes its way to your side of the table. You reach for one, take a bite, and suddenly your impressed with how good they taste. That’s because these aren’t your usual crab rangoons; they’re better – Salmon Rangoons.

A Twist on Tradition: Meet Salmon Rangoons

We all know and love crab rangoons. The crispy outer shell, the warm, gooey filling, and that perfect sweet and savory dipping sauce. But what if we told you that there’s a new contender in town, ready to spice up your appetizer game? Say hello to Salmon Rangoons, a delightful twist on the classic.

Fresh Salmon, Cream Cheese, Spices, and Green Onions

The flavor behind these is in the quality of ingredients. We’re talking fresh salmon, flaky and full of flavor. Cream cheese, smooth and velvety, providing the perfect creaminess. A blend of spices that adds layers of taste, and green onions for that fresh, crunchy kick.

Pairing Sauce: Sweet Chili Sauce

And what’s a rangoon without a dipping sauce? My choice is a sweet chili sauce – It’s that sweet and spicy kick that complements the savory filling. Can I use a different sauce? If course. I have used coconut aminos and that is pretty good. I personally have not tried much else than this, but feel free to experiment and try something new if you’d like!

No More Toxic Seed Oils: Try Avocado Oil

But here’s the kicker: we’re making a stand against those toxic seed oils. No more deep-frying in unhealthy oils. We’re using avocado oil, known for its health benefits and rich flavor, to achieve that perfect crispiness. You can even opt for extra virgin olive oil if you prefer – it’s all about making choices that are better for your well-being and your palate.

Quality Ingredients: Always a Priority

At the heart of this recipe is the belief that quality matters. Whether it’s the fresh salmon, the creaminess of the cream cheese, or the delightful crunch of green onions, we’ve chosen the best. And when you start with quality, you end up with a dish that sings with flavor.

For my salmon, I use wild caught and try my best to stay away from farm raised fish.

For cream cheese, I tend to use the brand Organic Valley – their dairy is grass fed and pasture raised so you get all the nutrients that are super beneficial compared to dairy products where the animals are fed improperly. I also like to use the brand Green Valley Dairy because their products are lactose free! And not to mention, pasture raised too! This is my go to because I tend to be more sensitive with dairy so cutting out the lactose makes it easier to digest and allows my to enjoy some dairy products I love.

Appetizer or Dinner

Here’s the beauty of Salmon Rangoons – they’re versatile. This recipe yields over 20 of these golden nuggets, making them perfect for sharing. They can take center stage as an appetizer at your next potluck or event, or be the star of the show as a hearty dinner.

What if I don’t want to use Salmon?

If you do truly love crab rangoons, which there is nothing wrong with that, then by all means use crab in this recipe. You can sub out the salmon for crab. Instead of 8oz salmon just use 8oz crab – shred it by hand or pulse it really quick in a food processor. Then combine with all of the other ingredients as the recipe states.

Overall Experience

In a nutshell these Salmon Rangoons celebrates quality, flavor, and mindful choices. They’re a reminder that when you care about what goes into your food, it shows in every bite. No they are not gluten free or dairy free like most of my recipes, but it is a food I love so I focused on quality. The use of salmon also makes these a higher in protein option compared to crab rangoons.