Description
Enjoy crispy, homemade wontons filled with flavorful ground meat and aromatic ingredients. These golden fried wontons are perfect as an appetizer or snack, with a crunchy exterior and savory interior, served best with your favorite dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1/2 lb ground meat (your choice)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped water chestnuts (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Assembly
- 30 wonton wrappers
- Water for sealing
For Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, water chestnuts, salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Fill the wrappers: Place one wonton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon about 1 teaspoon of the filling into the center of the wrapper.
- Seal the wontons: Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold diagonally to form a triangle, pressing out any air pockets and sealing the edges tightly. For a traditional shape, bring the two opposite corners together and seal with a dab of water.
- Heat oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (175°C), ensuring there is enough oil to fully submerge the wontons for even frying.
- Fry the wontons: Fry the wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve even golden brown and crisp texture. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the wontons hot with soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Water chestnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Ensure the oil temperature stays around 350°F for perfect frying results.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain temperature and crispiness.
- Leftover filling can be stored for up to 1 day in the refrigerator.
- Wontons are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in an air fryer for a few minutes to maintain crispness.
