Mexican Wontons

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 3

Delicious Mexican Wontons recipe with a twist!

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

30g

These Mexican Wontons are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional wontons, filled with spicy pork sausage, peppers and olives, and lots of cheese. They are baked instead of pan-fried or deep-fried, which makes them a healthier alternative to traditional wontons. Serve them as an appetizer or make them the star of the meal for a fun twist on traditional Mexican flavors. The combination of savory pork, melted cheese, and crispy wonton wrappers makes this recipe a party favorite that's sure to have everyone asking for more! Get ready to add this recipe to your list of go-to appetizers for your next party or gathering.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Lightly grease a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
3.	In a large skillet, cook the pork sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked.
4.	Remove the skillet from heat and drain any excess fat.
5.	Add the chopped red bell pepper and black olives to the skillet and mix well.
6.	In a separate bowl, mix the two cheeses together.
7.	Place a wonton wrapper on your work surface and spoon a generous amount of the pork and veggie mixture in the middle.
8.	Sprinkle some cheese on top of the mixture.
9.	Dip your finger in a small bowl of water and wet the edges of the wonton wrapper.
10.	Fold the wonton in half, pressing the edges together to seal the filling inside.
11.	Repeat steps 7 to 10 with the remaining wonton wrappers and filling.
12.	Brush each wonton with vegetable oil on both sides and place them on the greased baking sheet.
13.	Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the wontons are golden brown and crispy.

PROS

A delicious twist on traditional wontons, with a Mexican-inspired pork and veggie filling that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Perfect as an appetizer or as a meal for two.

CONS

Wontons are deep-fried or pan-fried in traditional recipes, but this recipe is baked instead, which may make them less crispy than expected.

High in calories and fat, so best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a great source of protein and other essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
The bell pepper and olives add some antioxidants and vitamin C to the dish.

	24 wonton wrappers
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1 lb mild pork sausage
	1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
	1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
	1 cup ranch dressing
	1 red bell pepper , chopped
	1 cup black olives , sliced