Dollar Tree Valentine’s Dinner Ideas: Crab Rangoons, Teriyaki Salmon & More!
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This Valentine’s Day, why not impress your loved one with a delightful dinner made entirely from Dollar Tree ingredients? The star of the show is the homemade Crab Rangoons, which are surprisingly simple to make. By combining cream cheese with imitation crab and a hint of sweetness, you can create a filling that is both creamy and flavorful. The challenge lies in making the wonton wrappers from scratch, but the effort is well worth it for that authentic touch.
Next up is the Teriyaki Salmon, which is cooked to perfection and glazed with a sweet teriyaki sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also brings a touch of elegance to your dinner table. Pair it with a simple stir-fried vegetable mix and fluffy rice for a complete meal.
For dessert, indulge in Chocolate-Dipped Lemon Shortbread Cookies. These cookies are easy to make and provide a refreshing citrus flavor that complements the richness of the chocolate. With just a few ingredients, you can create a sweet treat that looks as good as it tastes.
Overall, this Dollar Tree Valentine’s Day dinner is a fantastic way to celebrate love without breaking the bank. It’s a fun and creative approach to cooking that proves you can make delicious meals on a budget.
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Fill each won ton wrapper with about a teaspoon of crab filling and seal.
Fry the stuffed won ton wrappers in hot oil until golden brown.
Serve fried crab rangoons with sweet chili sauce on the side.
Preheat skillet, add oil, and sear thawed salmon fillets for about a minute on each side.
Add stir fry blend to skillet, glaze with teriyaki sauce, and cook until dry.
Cook rice in a rice cooker or microwave pre-packaged rice according to instructions.
Plate salmon on a bed of rice with stir-fried vegetables.
Dip half of lemon shortbread cookies in melted chocolate and set on parchment to cool.
Wash and dry strawberries, then dip in melted chocolate and set on parchment.
Place chocolate-covered strawberries in cupcake liners for presentation.
Tip: Preheat oil to the right temperature to ensure won ton wrappers fry evenly.
Tip: Let frozen vegetables cook until they go from steaming to sizzling for better texture.
Tip: Add oil to melted chocolate to achieve a thinner consistency for dipping.
Tip: Use a neutral oil when thinning chocolate to avoid altering its flavor.
Gather ingredients for crab rangoons including cream cheese, milk, lemon juice, and salt.
Pour entire jug of milk into a saucepan and heat on medium-low until hot but not boiling.
Tip: Add lemon juice a tablespoon at a time while stirring to help form curdles.
Add lemon juice to heated milk, stirring consistently until curdles form.
Strain curds using a tea towel in a bowl to separate whey from curds.
Let the strained curds cool for 15 minutes.
Mix flour, salt, and boiling water to form dough, then knead for 3 to 5 minutes.
Tip: Knead dough for 3 to 5 minutes until smooth and not sticking to hands.
Wrap dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out rested dough as thin as possible and cut into 3-inch squares.
Rinse imitation crab meat, shred it, and mix with cream cheese, sugar, and chives.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Cream
Ingredient: Shellfish
→ Substitution: Imitation Crab
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Crab Rangoons are typically filled with cream cheese and crab meat, making them a popular appetizer.
- •Using UHT milk can affect the texture of homemade cheese, but it can still yield satisfactory results.
- •Teriyaki sauce is a sweet and savory glaze that pairs well with salmon.
- •Making your own wonton wrappers can be a fun and rewarding process, allowing for customization.
