Description
Succulent chicken wontons combine delicate wrappers with savory ground chicken filling. Crisp edges and silky interior make these Asian-inspired parcels irresistible for home cooks seeking delightful appetizers or party snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ lb (250g) ground chicken
- ¼ lb (113g) chopped shrimp
- 12 pieces wonton wrappers
- ½ tsp corn starch
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 dashes ground white pepper
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 1 dash fish sauce (optional)
- 1 stalk scallion, cut into rings
- water, for sealing
- oil, for deep frying
- 3 tbsps Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 tsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 pinch white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Blend Filling: Combine ground chicken, shrimp, scallions, corn starch, salt, fish sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper in a mixing bowl, ensuring a uniform and cohesive mixture.
- Wrap Preparation: Position the protein mixture precisely in the center of each wonton wrapper, moistening the edges with a fingertip to create a secure sealing surface.
- Folding Technique: Fold the wrapper diagonally into a triangular shape, pressing edges firmly to seal completely and prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
- Frying Process: Heat oil to medium-high temperature in a deep cooking vessel, carefully introducing wontons in small batches to maintain consistent heat and prevent overcrowding.
- Cooking Completion: Fry wontons until they transform into a golden-brown, crispy delicacy, approximately 2-3 minutes per batch, using a perforated utensil to remove and drain excess oil on absorbent paper.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk together Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and white sesame seeds in a small bowl to create a vibrant, zesty accompaniment.
- Serving Presentation: Arrange the crispy, piping-hot wontons on a serving plate, accompanied by the freshly prepared dipping sauce, ready to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Ingredient Precision: Measure ground chicken, shrimp, and seasonings carefully to maintain balanced flavor and texture in each wonton.
- Wrapper Handling: Keep wonton wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying and cracking during preparation.
- Sealing Technique: Press wrapper edges firmly and remove air pockets to prevent wontons from bursting during frying.
- Oil Temperature Control: Maintain consistent medium-high heat around 350-375°F for crispy, golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg