Description
Crispy homemade wontons are golden and crunchy appetizers filled with a savory mixture of meat and vegetables, perfect for snacks or gatherings. They deliver a satisfying crunch and rich flavor with a fresh, customizable filling.
Ingredients
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
30 wonton wrappers
Vegetable oil for frying
Water for sealing
Instructions
- 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.
- Place one wonton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold diagonally to form a triangle, press out air pockets, and seal edges tightly. For a traditional look, bring opposite corners together and seal with water.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, or favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Substitute ground pork with chicken, turkey, beef, or shrimp as desired.
Baking at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes is a healthier alternative to frying.
Press out air pockets and ensure oil is hot to prevent wontons from bursting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days.
Reheat in oven or air fryer for best crispiness; avoid microwaving.
Freeze uncooked wontons on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for future use.
Try dipping sauces like soy sauce, sweet chili, hoisin, or soy sauce mixed with rice vinegar and chili oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wonton
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
