Description
This recipe for Crispy Homemade Wontons features a savory ground meat filling seasoned with fresh ginger, garlic, and aromatic green onions, all wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers and deep-fried to golden perfection. These crunchy, flavorful bites make a perfect appetizer or party snack, 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
Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying (enough to deep fry)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, chopped water chestnuts (if using), salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Fill the wontons: Place one wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the prepared filling into the center of the wrapper.
- Seal the wontons: Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the wrapper diagonally to form a triangle, pressing out any air pockets. Seal the edges tightly by pressing firmly. For a traditional shape, bring the two opposite corners together and seal with a dab of water.
- Heat the oil: In a deep pan or wok, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use enough oil to allow wontons to float freely when frying.
- Fry the wontons: Fry the wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes each, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown and are crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature.
- Drain and serve: Remove the fried wontons using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot with soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, or your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can use ground pork, chicken, beef, or shrimp as the filling base according to your preference.
- Adding water chestnuts adds a pleasant crunch but is optional.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough (350°F) before frying to achieve crispiness and prevent sogginess.
- Wontons are best served immediately while hot and crispy.
- Leftover cooked wontons can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in an air fryer or oven for best texture.
