Description
Shrimp and cream cheese wontons are crispy, golden-fried parcels filled with tender shrimp, smooth cream cheese, and savory seasonings—perfect for parties or a fun appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and finely chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chopped shrimp, cream cheese, green onions, garlic powder, and soy sauce until well mixed.
- Lay out the wonton wrappers and place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each.
- Brush the edges with beaten egg and fold into a triangle or pouch, pressing to seal tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.
Notes
- Add chopped water chestnuts for extra crunch or sriracha for heat.
- Can substitute shrimp with crab meat or a mix of both.
- Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes.
- Freeze assembled wontons and cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 wontons
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
