Shrimp Wontons – These easy shrimp wontons are filled with flavorful shrimp wrapped in wonton wrappers served with delicious sauce made in less than 30 minutes.
Shrimp Wontons – Tips
- Don’t overfill your wontons! It can make them difficult to fold and may cause them to burst during cooking.
- Moisten your fingers with a little water while folding to prevent the wonton wrappers from drying out.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the wontons from the water or steamer to avoid them sticking together.
Recipe Variations
- For a richer flavor, combine ground pork with the shrimp in the filling.
- Swap the shrimp for finely chopped vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the filling for a kick.
How to Serve Your Shrimp Wontons?
- The classic way to enjoy wontons is in a steaming bowl of flavorful broth. Add your cooked wontons alongside other dim sum favorites like noodles and dumplings.
- For a crispy twist, pan-fry your wontons in a little oil until golden brown. Serve them with dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer.
- Toss cooked wontons with chilled noodles, fresh herbs, and a light dressing for a refreshing summer salad.
Shrimp Wontons – FAQs
Can I use store-bought wonton wrappers?
Absolutely! Look for them in the refrigerated section of your local grocery store, especially near the tofu or fresh noodles.
What kind of dipping sauce goes with wontons?
A classic chili oil wonton sauce is a perfect match. You can find it pre-made at Asian grocery stores, or whip up your own with a simple combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and a touch of sesame oil.
How do I store leftover shrimp wontons?
Cooked wontons can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them gently in boiling water or broth.
Shrimp Wontons - (Fried + Steamed)
These easy shrimp wontons are filled with flavourful shrimp wrapped in wonton wrappers served with delicious sauce made in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 50 wrappers wonton wrappers or store bought
For the filling
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1.4 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
- 2 teaspoon ginger, peeled and grated
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoon Dry Sherry Wine (or Shaoxing wine)
- 2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon sugar, white granulated
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper or black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
Instructions
For the wontons
- In a large mixing bowl or food processor, add finely chopped shrimp. Add all the filling ingredients and combine well until forms a sticky paste.
- Take a wonton wrapper and fill with a spoon of shrimp paste into the center. Do not over stuff.
- Fold in a triangle and seal the edges from all the sides. Seal the two base tips together.
- Prepare the wontons and place on a baking sheet.Steamed Wontons
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add wonton and boil for about 2-3 minutes or until they float. Stir in between to sticking. Remove and strain.
- Set aside in a serving bowl and enjoy with chili oil or sauce.
Fried Wontons
- Heat a large pot on medium heat, add 2 cups of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the wontons and fry for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden crispy.
- Remove and transfer to a plate with paper towel.
- Serve hot with dipping sauce.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
10Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 207Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 138mgSodium 943mgCarbohydrates 26gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 19g
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