Description
These Shrimp and Cream Cheese Wontons are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, with a crispy exterior and a creamy, savory filling. Perfect for entertaining or as a special treat, these Asian-inspired appetizers are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Filling:
- 8 ounces raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Other:
- 24 wonton wrappers
- Small bowl of water for sealing
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine chopped shrimp, cream cheese, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Fill the Wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of the shrimp filling to the center. Moisten the edges with water, then fold and seal the wontons.
- Fry the Wontons: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a skillet. Fry wontons in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with sweet chili sauce or soy dipping sauce.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese for easy mixing.
- Air-fry at 375°F for 6–8 minutes as an alternative cooking method.
- To freeze, assemble wontons and freeze in a single layer before transferring to a freezer bag.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wontons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
