Crispy Fried Cream Cheese Wontons

Yield

4 servings (about 24 wontons)

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Ingredients

Filling

• 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

• 2 green onions, finely chopped

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp sugar

• ½ tsp soy sauce (optional)

Wrappers

• 24 wonton wrappers

• 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (egg wash for sealing)

For Frying

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

Garnish & Dipping Sauce

• Chopped green onions

• Sesame seeds

• Sweet chili sauce or soy sauce

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Instructions

Step 1 – Make the Filling

In a bowl, mix:

• Cream cheese

• Green onions

• Garlic powder

• Salt

• Sugar

• Soy sauce

Stir until smooth and creamy.

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Step 2 – Fill the Wontons

1. Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface.

2. Add 1 teaspoon of filling in the center.

3. Brush edges with egg wash.

4. Fold corners together to form a purse/star shape (as in the photo).

5. Press tightly to seal.

Repeat until all are done.

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Step 3 – Fry the Wontons

1. Heat oil to 175°C / 350°F.

2. Fry wontons in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

3. Remove and drain on paper towels.

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Step 4 – Serve

1. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

2. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.

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Tips for Perfect Wontons

• Do not overfill or they may burst.

• Seal edges well to prevent leaking.

• Fry in small batches for even crispiness.