Spicy Pork and Shrimp Wontons

Ingredients

For the Wonton Filling

1 pound minced pork, lean
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon chicken powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Wonton Wrapping

1 yellow wonton wrappers, package (approximately 50-60 wrappers)
water, for sealing

For the Chili Dipping Sauce

2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup vegetable oil, for heating
3 tablespoons chili oil, with chili flakes
3 tablespoons Chinese black vinegar
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1
Prepare the wonton filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced pork, chopped shrimp, finely chopped green onions, oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, chicken powder, white pepper, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
⏱️ 10 min
2
Mix the filling thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture becomes sticky. This stickiness is crucial for the wontons to hold their shape.
⏱️ 5 min
3
Prepare the wontons: Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper. Dip your finger in water and moisten all four edges of the wrapper.
⏱️ 15 min
4
Fold the wrapper into a 'money bag' or 'flower' shape. A common technique is to fold the wrapper in half over the filling to create a 'C' shape, gently push down on the filling with a spoon to remove air, then pinch the edges firmly together to seal, ensuring no gaps. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
⏱️ 20 min
5
Prepare the chili dipping sauce: In a heatproof bowl, combine the thinly sliced green onions, minced garlic, and sliced bird's eye chilies.
⏱️ 5 min
6
Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it just begins to smoke. Carefully pour the hot oil over the green onions, garlic, and chilies in the bowl. This will sizzle and release their aromas.
⏱️ 3 min
7
To the same bowl, add the chili oil, Chinese black vinegar, 2 tablespoons light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, and toasted sesame seeds. Mix well to combine all the sauce ingredients.
⏱️ 2 min
8
Cook the wontons: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully drop the wontons into the boiling water, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Stir gently to prevent them from sticking to the bottom.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 212
9
Cook the wontons until they float to the surface, then continue to cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes to ensure the pork and shrimp filling is fully cooked through. The wrappers should appear translucent and tender.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 212
10
Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked wontons from the water and transfer them to a serving bowl.
⏱️ 2 min
11
Generously drizzle the prepared spicy chili dipping sauce over the hot wontons. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 1 min