BEEF WELLINGTON FRIED WONTONS

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These tasty appetizers scale down classic beef Wellington to an ideal party size. They feel fancy and fun! -Dianne Phillips, Tallapoosa, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped shallot
1 cup each chopped fresh shiitake, baby portobello and white mushrooms
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (12 ounces) wonton wrappers
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 4-5 minutes; transfer to a large bowl. In the same skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallot; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in mushrooms and wine. Cook until mushrooms are tender, 8-10 minutes; add to beef. Stir in parsley, salt and pepper., Place about 2 teaspoons filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Combine egg and water. Moisten wonton edges with egg mixture; fold opposite corners over filling and press to seal. , In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry wontons, a few at a time, until golden brown, 60-90 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm., Freeze option: Place filled wontons on a baking sheet and place in the freezer until they're firm, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze. Thaw overnight in the fridge and cook as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Natashia Langner
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I made this recipe for a special occasion dinner and it was a huge success. The wontons were elegant and delicious, and they really impressed my guests.


Gene Lueck
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This has become a family favorite recipe. My kids love the crispy wontons and the flavorful beef filling. I make it at least once a month.


Sonu
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I got creative with this recipe and added some of my favorite spices to the beef mixture. I also used a different type of cheese, and the results were amazing! This is a great recipe to experiment with.


Mary Bella
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This recipe is very affordable, especially if you use ground beef. I can make a whole batch of wontons for less than $20.


Johnny Fitzgerald
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I love how quick and easy this recipe is. I can have these wontons on the table in less than 30 minutes. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual lunch.


Sadam Ali
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This is the perfect appetizer for a party! The wontons are easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold. I always get rave reviews when I make these.


Edimond Boakey
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I made a few modifications to make this recipe healthier. I used lean ground beef and whole wheat wonton wrappers. I also baked the wontons instead of frying them. They were still crispy and delicious, and my family loved them.


Aitekol Khan
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This was my first time making beef wellington and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish looked just like the pictures. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


David Asunda
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As a seasoned culinary enthusiast, I found this recipe to be quite delectable. The combination of flavors and textures was exquisite. My only suggestion would be to use a slightly milder cheese, as the sharpness of the cheddar overpowered the other i


Rebecca Harris
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I just made this for my family and it was a huge hit! The wontons were crispy and flavorful, and the beef was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again.