Crispy Fried Wontons with Dipping Sauce

These golden, crispy wontons are filled with a savory mixture of pork and shrimp, then fried to perfection. With their delicate, crunchy exterior and flavorful filling, they make an irresistible appetizer or snack. Served with a tangy soy-based dipping sauce, these wontons are always a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

For the Wonton Filling

  • ½ lb ground pork
  • ½ lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg white
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

For Assembly

  • 1 package (about 50) square wonton wrappers
  • Small bowl of water (for sealing)
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups)

For the Dipping Sauce

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon chili oil or sriracha (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

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