Crab Rangoon

Crab rangoon is an American-Chinese dish consisting of a deep-fried dumpling that is stuffed with crab meat, garlic, scallions, and cream cheese. It is believed that the first crab rangoon was invented at Trader Vic's bar in either Oakland or San Francisco, although some claim that it was invented in Missouri for the World's Fair in 1904. Regardless of the origins, today this appetizer can be found in numerous Chinese-style restaurants throughout America, where it is often served with dips such as mustard, soy sauce, or plum sauce on the side.