Crispy Fried Wontons – Easy Recipes for Every Occasion
These crispy fried wontons are the ultimate appetizer or snack, filled with savory pork and shrimp goodness.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/4 lb shrimp, shelled, deveined, and chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- A dash of ground white pepper
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- Water for sealing the wrappers
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, scallions, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until the filling is well combined.
- Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper.
- Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
- Fold the wrapper into a triangle and press to seal tightly, removing any air.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the wontons in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.