Thai Wonton Tacos

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 15
Delicious Thai Wonton Tacos Recipe For A Finger-Licking Treat
in Appetizer

Prep

25 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced ginger
3 minced garlic cloves
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb pork or 1 lb chicken , cubed into 1/4-1/8-inch squares
30 -40 wonton wrappers ( I use Nasoya brand )
1 cup frying oil
1/2 head cabbage , chopped
2 carrots , chopped
1 red onion , chopped
4 green onions , chopped
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro , chopped
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
350
Sugar
4g
Fat
22g
Thai Wonton Tacos are an excellent and easy-to-make appetizer or party snack that is not only delicious but also looks inviting. The crumbly crispy golden wonton wrapper, when combined with juicy and spicy chicken or pork filling, gives it a unique taste that is hard to resist. The beauty of the recipe lies in the fact that it is versatile and can be prepared with various fillings, making it ideal for all kinds of occasions. The veggies, herbs, and Thai-inspired sauce add a refreshing taste that makes the dish even more enjoyable. So next time you're looking for a finger-licking treat, try making these Thai Wonton Tacos and surprise your guests with something truly amazing.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan on medium heat, mix together peanut butter, hoisin sauce, honey, red wine vinegar, minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, chili sauce, oyster sauce, and water, stirring constantly until the ingredients are well blended and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add the cubed pork or chicken to the skillet and stir until cooked through. Chicken may take around 5 minutes to cook through.
3.Add the peanut butter sauce to the skillet and mix with the chicken/pork until coated with sauce. Place the mixture aside.
4.Preheat the oven to 300ºF. Heat frying oil in a heavy-bottomed pan until hot. Fry wonton wrappers, two at a time, until they are crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels and keep them warm in the oven.
5.In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the chopped cabbage, carrots, red onion, green onions, cilantro, rice vinegar, and salt.
6.Take one wonton wrapper and fill it with pork or chicken mixture and top it up with chopped vegetable mixture. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Crispy wonton wrapper with juicy and spicy chicken/pork filling is perfect as an appetizer or party food.

The combination of Thai flavors makes these tacos super delicious and finger-licking good.

CONS

The tacos have high calorie and fat content, making them less healthy overall.
Also, frying the wonton wrapper in cooking oil may not be suitable for people who are trying to follow a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish has several health benefits like it provides enough protein from chicken or pork, which helps in building muscle.
Cabbage and carrot both are very rich in fiber, which helps in digestion and also has antioxidants.
Cilantro is known for its detoxifying properties and helps in reducing inflammation.

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