Beef and Vegetable Wontons

1. 1

   Remove the tough inner core from the cabbage and discard.

2. 2

   Mince the leaves.

3. 3

   You should have about 1 1/4 cups of cabbage when done.

4. 4

   Add the cabbage, meat, scallions, carrots, garlic, salt and pepper to a deep bowl.

5. 5

   Stir with a fork to mix well.

6. 6

   Lay 6 wonton wrappers on a counter or cutting board.

7. 7

   Fill a small bowl with cold water, and keep it nearby.

8. 8

   Spoon 1/2 teaspoon of the filling into the center of each wrapper.

9. 9

   Using your finger, dab the edges of the wrappers with a bit of water.

10. 10

    Fold the wrappers in half to form a triangle, and press the edges to seal them closed.

11. 11

    Fold the tips of the longer edges together, tucking one underneath.

12. 12

    Lay the formed wontons flat on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

13. 13

    Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.

14. 14

    Fill a skillet with 1 inch of oil.

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    Heat over medium heat until shimmering.

16. 16

    Add the wontons in batches, being careful not to crowd the pan.

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    Fry until deep golden on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes.

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    Turn, and cook until golden on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more.

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    Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.