Fried Wonton Strips
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Fried Wonton Strips
Description
This recipe uses large wonton wrappers cut into strips then fried in hot oil heated to 360°F. The high temperature causes the strips to puff up and crisp rapidly within 1 to 2 minutes, resulting in light and crunchy strips. The frying process requires careful temperature management to maintain the ideal crispness and avoid greasiness.
Once fried and cooled, the strips can be served as a snack or accompaniment for dipping sauces like duck sauce and hot mustard, common in Chinese cuisine. They add texture and flavor contrast to meals or appetizers.
The recipe offers an alternative air fryer method where the strips crisp without puffing up. Cooling completely before storing in an airtight container preserves their crunch for up to two days. When using peanut oil, allergen awareness for guests is advised.
Ingredients
- 1 package wonton wrappers large
- vegetable oil for frying, or peanut oil
- duck sauce for serving, Chinese style
- hot mustard for serving, Chinese style
Instructions
- Pour about 1-1/2 to 2 inches of oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot. Heat to 360 degrees F, clipping a candy thermometer to the side of the pot to regulate the temperature.
- While the oil is heating, cut as many wonton wrappers as you would like to serve into 3/4-inch wide strips. Keep wontons covered with a towel while you finish heating the oil.
- Line a baking sheet or cooling rack with a double layer of paper towels. Set aside.
- When the oil reaches temperature, carefully add a handful of wonton strips to the pot. They will immediately puff up. Fry for 1-2 minutes, using a spider strainer or slotted spoon to move them around in the pot. When they're golden brown on all sides, drain them with the spider or slotted spoon and transfer them to the paper towel-lined baking sheet to cool.
- Let the oil return to 360 degrees F between each batch of wonton strips. (The temperature will drop about 10 degrees to 350 when the wontons are added.)
- Serve crispy wonton strips with duck sauce and/or Chinese mustard for dipping. Or, enjoy them with your favorite soups and salads.
Notes
- Notify guests when using peanut oil to accommodate allergy concerns despite it being highly refined.
- Allow wonton strips to cool fully before storing in an airtight container to maintain crispness for 1-2 days at room temperature.
- Wonton strips can be air fried for a less oily, crispy snack, though they will not puff up as with deep frying.
- When air frying, arrange in a single layer, spray with cooking spray, and cook at 350°F for 8-10 minutes while shaking the basket occasionally for even crisping.
- Adjust air frying time based on your model and watch the first batch closely to determine exact cooking duration.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8to 10 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 258 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 258kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 46mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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