Print

Crispy Fried Wontons with Cream Cheese Filling

crispy fried wontons with cream cheese filling - featured image
Print Recipe

These crispy fried wontons feature a creamy cream cheese filling with hints of green onion and garlic, perfect as a quick snack or party appetizer with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese (full-fat preferred)
  • About 30 wonton wrappers (square preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (low sodium optional)
  • Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • Optional: finely minced fresh ginger

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
  2. Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean, dry surface. Have a small bowl of water nearby to moisten edges for sealing.
  3. Place about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese filling in the center of each wrapper. Avoid overfilling.
  4. Lightly brush the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold diagonally to form a triangle and press edges firmly to seal. Crimp edges with a fork or pinch to secure, ensuring no air pockets remain.
  5. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a skillet and heat over medium-high until oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry wontons in batches of 6–8 for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp. Turn carefully with a slotted spoon.
  7. Remove wontons and drain on paper towels or a wire rack. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Do not overfill wontons to prevent leaking or bursting during frying. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best results. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady. Drain well on paper towels or wire rack to keep wontons crisp. Uncooked wontons can be frozen on a baking sheet and fried from frozen with extra cooking time. Air frying is possible but frying yields the best crispiness.

Nutrition

Keywords: crispy fried wontons, cream cheese wontons, appetizer, snack, party food, easy recipe, fried wontons, cream cheese filling

Find it online: https://emmaoven.com/crispy-fried-wontons-with-cream-cheese-filling-easy-homemade-recipe/