Mauritian Pork Wontons
Mauritian Pork Wontons
Ingredients
For the Wonton Filling
- 1 pound ground pork, lean
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 40 wonton wrappers, square or round
For Cooking
- 1/4 cup water, for sealing wontons
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying, or as needed
For Serving (Optional)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the pork filling in the center of the wrapper. Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
⏱️ 15 min
- 3
Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing out any air and sealing the edges tightly. For a classic wonton shape, bring the two bottom corners of the triangle together and overlap them, sealing with a dab of water.
⏱️ 15 min
- 4
Repeat the filling and folding process with the remaining wrappers and filling. Place the finished wontons on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they don't touch to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 15 min
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping a small piece of wrapper; it should sizzle and turn golden brown within 10-15 seconds.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Carefully place a few wontons into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Remove the fried wontons with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining wontons.
⏱️ 5 min
- 8
Serve the Mauritian pork wontons hot with sweet chili sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Mauritian Pork Wontons
For the Wonton Filling
- 1 pound ground pork, lean
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 40 wonton wrappers, square or round
For Cooking
- 1/4 cup water, for sealing wontons
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying, or as needed
For Serving (Optional)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the pork filling in the center of the wrapper. Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
⏱️ 15 min - 3
Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing out any air and sealing the edges tightly. For a classic wonton shape, bring the two bottom corners of the triangle together and overlap them, sealing with a dab of water.
⏱️ 15 min - 4
Repeat the filling and folding process with the remaining wrappers and filling. Place the finished wontons on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they don't touch to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 15 min - 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping a small piece of wrapper; it should sizzle and turn golden brown within 10-15 seconds.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Carefully place a few wontons into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Remove the fried wontons with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining wontons.
⏱️ 5 min - 8
Serve the Mauritian pork wontons hot with sweet chili sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.