Fiesta Wontons Recipe

Name: Fiesta Wontons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean ground beef; 1/4 cup yellow onion, grated; 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons taco seasoning; 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced; 36 wonton wrappers; 1 large egg white, lightly beaten; 2 cups canola oil, for frying

Servings: persons

1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/4 cup yellow onion, grated
2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 large egg
2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
36 wonton wrappers
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
2 cups canola oil, for frying

1
In a medium bowl, combine the beef, onion, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, bread crumbs, taco seasoning and cilantro.
2
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the wonton squares on a dry work surface. Place 1 mounded teaspoon of the meat mixture in the middle of each wonton. Brush the wonton's edges with egg white and fold to seal in a triangle. Place the wontons on the baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
3
In a deep heavy pot, heat the canola oil to 375 degrees. Fry the wontons until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
4
You could also preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Brush the wontons with the lightly beaten egg white and bake for 7 to 8 minutes.
5
Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with salsa.

1391

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb lean ground beef, 1/4 cup yellow onion, grated, 2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature, 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Wontons falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fiesta Wontons

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