Spicy Wontons In Chili Oil
Craving something spicy and satisfying? The Spicy Wontons In Chili Oil deliver a burst of flavor with every bite. These delightful wontons are filled with aromatic spices and paired with a rich chili oil sauce that brings warmth and excitement to your plate. Perfect for any occasion, make them tonight!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Large Pot
- Grater
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 3/4 teaspoon superfine sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken stock powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chili oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 1/4 teaspoons light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 12 wontons wontons fresh or frozen
- Green onion chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, ginger, superfine sugar, red chili flakes, Chinese five-spice powder, and chicken stock powder. Mix them well until evenly combined.
- In a small saucepan, heat the chili oil and vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering. Pour hot oil over the spice mixture.
- Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil. As the water heats, prepare your wontons.
- Cook the wontons until they float to the top, which usually takes about 4 minutes for fresh and 6 minutes for frozen.
- Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to gently transfer the wontons into a serving dish. Drizzle the prepared sauce over the top.
- Finish the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Storage: To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge. They can stay fresh for up to 2 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze uncooked wontons by arranging them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a zip-lock bag. They can be cooked straight from frozen.
- Pairing: These wontons pair wonderfully with a side of steamed vegetables or a light dipping sauce.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve as bite-sized appetizers at gatherings to impress your guests.
- Flavor Enhancements: If you want to spice it up even more, consider adding a dash of chili oil to the finished dish!