Chinese Fried Wontons

Ingredients

Contains: egg, soy, shellfish (auto-detected from the ingredients and method; we can miss things, so check labels)

• 1 pound ground meat (chicken, turkey, beef, lamb, pork)
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 stalk green onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 cups finely chopped kale (leaf only) or vegetables of your choice
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 egg
• 50 wonton wrappers, defrosted
• cooking oil for frying

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. In a large bowl, mix the ground meat, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onion, soy sauce, oyster sauce, chopped kale and egg until evenly combined. Refrigerate while you work.

2. Keep the wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel so they do not dry out. Dip a finger in water and wet the edges of each wrapper.

3. Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold into triangles or pleated purses and press the edges firmly to seal.

4. Heat about 1 inch of cooking oil in a deep, heavy skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).

5. Fry the wontons in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp.

6. Cook until the filling reaches 165°F (74°C) if using poultry, or 160°F (71°C) for beef, pork or lamb. Cut one open to check that no pink remains.

7. Drain the fried wontons on paper towels and serve hot.