Easy Crispy Fried Pork Wontons -

Easy Crispy Fried Pork Wontons

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Vietnamese

Keyword: easy crispy fried wontons, fried wonton recipe, wonton, wonton recipe

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 30

Servings: people

Calories: 1018kcal

The ultimate crunchy party appetizer! Learn how to make Easy Crispy Fried Pork Wontons with a savoury filling, plus deep-frying and air-fryer instructions.

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Ingredients

For the wontons

2½ pounds lean ground pork
1 Tablespoon kosher or sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2½ Tablespoons white sugar
2 Tablespoons sesame oil
1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
1½ Tablespoons garlic (3 cloves) pressed or minced
1 cup green onions trimmed & finely chopped
2 packages wonton wrappers

For frying

6 cups canola or vegetable oil

For the dipping sauce

¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

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Instructions

Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the lean ground pork, chopped green onions, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, white sugar, sesame oil, and oyster sauce. (Tip: Microwave a tiny spoonful of the filling for 30 seconds to cook it and taste-test your seasoning!)
Prep the Wrapping Station: Set up a clean workspace. Keep the Wonton wrappers and your finished wontons covered with a clean hand towel at all times to prevent them from drying out and cracking.
Scoop the Meat: Place a Wonton wrapper into the palm of your hand, with the corner pointing toward your index finger. Use a butter knife to scoop a 1-inch meatball of filling directly into the center of the wrapper.
Fold and Pleat: Fold the bottom corner up to create an offset triangle, gently pressing out any excess air. Place your thumbs on either side of the meat filling. With your fingers supporting the back of the wrapper, firmly pinch and pleat the wrapper inward to the center to seal it tightly. Repeat until all filling is used. To watch a demo video of this method, you can watch it here.
Heat the Oil: Pour the canola or vegetable oil into a large saucepan (ensure it is deep enough to submerge the wontons). Heat the oil until it reaches 350°F (177°C), or until the oil bubbles rapidly when the end of a wooden chopstick is dipped into it.
Fry to a Crisp: Carefully drop 8 to 10 wontons into the hot oil, ensuring you do not overcrowd the pan. The wontons will sink at first, then float. Fry them until they are deep golden brown and the loud sizzling subsides.
Drain and Serve: Transfer the cooked wontons to a wire cooling rack placed over a baking sheet to drain the excess oil and maintain their crispiness. Serve hot with Thai sweet chili sauce!

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Notes

Don't Over-Wet the Wrappers: Wonton wrappers seal very easily. While some people like to brush the edges with water or an egg wash, doing this too heavily can make the wrapper soggy and prone to tearing. The stickiness of the meat filling is usually enough to hold the pleats together!

What is the difference between Wontons and Dumplings?

It all comes down to the wrapper!

Wonton Wrappers: Square, yellow or white, and rolled very thin. They are made with flour, egg, water, and salt.
Dumpling Wrappers: Round, white, and noticeably thicker. They are typically made with just wheat flour and water, giving them a chewier bite designed for pan-frying or steaming.

Can I cook these in the Air Fryer?

Absolutely! This is a fantastic, healthier alternative to deep-frying. Place the folded wontons in your air fryer basket, spacing them at least 1 inch apart. Lightly spray or brush them with cooking oil. Air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until perfectly golden brown and crispy!

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