Jalapeno Popper Wontons (v) Recipe
House-made wontons stuffed with a signature blend of sharp cheddar, jalapenos & cream cheese, served with ranch dressing
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Ingredients
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Wonton Filling
Wonton Wrappers
For Frying
Ranch Dressing
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, diced jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Assemble the Wontons
- 2
Prepare Wonton Wrappers
Take one wonton wrapper and place it on a clean surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling mixture in the center of the wrapper.
- 3
Seal the Wontons
Moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper with water. Fold the wrapper over to create a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. Ensure there are no air pockets. Optional: You can also fold the two corners of the triangle up to meet at the top point to create a different shape.
- 4
Repeat
Repeat the process with the remaining wonton wrappers and filling until all are filled and sealed.
Fry the Wontons
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Wontons
Carefully add a few wontons at a time to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- 7
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the cooked wontons and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve
- 8
Plate and Serve
Serve the jalapeno popper wontons hot with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.