Description
These Crispy Jalapeño Corn Wontons are a savory, spicy appetizer filled with a mixture of corn, jalapeños, and cream cheese, all wrapped in a crispy wonton shell. Perfect for a party or a fun snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 package (about 20) wonton wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Salt, to taste
- Sweet chili sauce, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together corn, chopped jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, cumin, and cilantro (if using). Stir until everything is well combined.
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the filling into the center of the wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper with a little water. Fold the wrapper into a triangle or bring the edges together to form a pouch, sealing the edges tightly to avoid leakage during frying.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), carefully add the wontons in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the wontons and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Season with a pinch of salt and serve hot with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- If you want to reduce the spice level, you can omit the seeds from the jalapeños or use milder peppers like poblano or banana peppers.
- For a baked version, brush the wontons with a little oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- These wontons freeze well. Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer, freeze until firm, and then transfer to a zip-top bag for up to 1 month. Fry from frozen when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wontons
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg