Spicy Chicken and Cilantro Wontons

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 14
Spicy and flavorful Chicken and Cilantro Wontons recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds skinless , boneless chicken thighs , diced
3 stalks lemon grass , cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped fresh ginger root
1/2 bulb garlic , cloves separated and peeled
1 fresh red chile pepper , chopped
2 bunches fresh cilantro
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
50 wonton wrappers
1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
312
Sugar
1g
Fat
16g
If you're a fan of spicy and flavorful food, these Chicken and Cilantro Wontons are sure to please you. They are a popular street food in Asia and are perfect for entertaining, or simply as a snack. The wonton wrappers are filled with a combination of diced skinless and boneless chicken thighs, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, red chile pepper, and cilantro, all blended together to create a delicious filling. They are then shaped into the classic triangular wonton shape and deep-fried to crispy perfection. Serve them hot straight out of the fryer with your favorite dipping sauce.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, blend the chicken, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, red chile pepper, and cilantro until well mixed.
2.In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and sesame oil together.
3.Fill each wonton wrapper with 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture and shape into a wonton shape by folding it diagonally in half and pinch the edges to bind.
4.In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat for deep frying.
5.Fry the wontons in batches for about 3-5 minutes until they are golden brown in color. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

These wontons are a great finger food to serve as an appetizer at any gathering.

The combination of chicken and cilantro adds an enticing flavor, while the red chile pepper brings the heat.

Easy to prepare and crispy, they can be made ahead of time and fried just before serving.

CONS

Due to the deep-frying method, these wontons are high in calories and fat content.
Therefore, they should be eaten in moderation for a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cilantro, also known as coriander, contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that may benefit heart health and blood sugar control. Red chile peppers are known to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. In addition, ginger and lemongrass are known to have anti-inflammatory properties that may help boost digestion.

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