Best 3 Zesty Italian Wontons Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with our tantalizing Zesty Italian Wontons. These delectable morsels are a symphony of flavors, featuring a savory filling of ricotta, Parmesan, and aromatic Italian herbs, nestled within tender wonton wrappers. Pan-fried to golden perfection, each wonton bursts with a symphony of textures and flavors.
Complementing the wontons is a trio of delectable sauces: a classic marinara, a vibrant pesto, and a creamy Alfredo. The marinara, with its rich tomato base, adds a touch of tangy sweetness. The vibrant pesto, made with fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan, brings a herbaceous zest. And the creamy Alfredo, with its velvety texture and cheesy goodness, adds a touch of decadence.
Whether you prefer to savor the wontons on their own or pair them with the delectable sauces, this dish promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure with our Zesty Italian Wontons.
ITALIAN CHEESE WONTONS
A cheesy filling gives wonton wrappers a taste-tempting, Italian twist. The hot and crisp snacks get gobbled up...no matter how many I make!-Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 40 wontons.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients., Position a wonton wrapper with one point toward you. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Place 1 tablespoon filling in the center of wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling; fold sides toward center over filling. Roll toward the remaining point. Moisten top corner with water; press to seal. Repeat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. , Fry wontons, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRISPY BAKED WONTONS
These quick, versatile wontons are great for a savory snack or paired with a bowl of soothing soup on a cold day. I usually make a large batch, freeze half on a floured baking sheet, then store in an airtight container. -Brianna Shade, Beaverton, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the pork, turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the water chestnuts, soy sauce, egg substitute and ginger., Position a wonton wrapper with one point toward you. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Place 2 heaping teaspoons of filling in the center of wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling; fold sides toward center over filling. Roll toward the remaining point. Moisten top corner with water; press to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling., Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray; lightly coat wontons with additional cooking spray. , Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Serve warm, with sweet-and-sour sauce if desired. Freeze option: Freeze cooled baked wontons in a freezer container, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat on a baking sheet in a preheated 400° oven until crisp and heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ITALIAN WONTONS
These a delicious served with spaghetti sauce, or just on there own as a snack...they are quite easy to make, and can be prepared ahead, and stored in the freezer, just thaw and deep-fry.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 27m
Yield 40 wontons
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a frypan, cook sausage and onion, over medium heat until sausage is brown and onion is tender, stirring to break meat in small pieces; drain well, cool completely.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese, Parmesan and parsley.
- Place 1 rounded teaspoon of filling in wonton wrapper.
- Moisten edges of wrapper with water.
- Starting at one corner, fold the wrapper over filling, forming a triangle.
- Press to seal.
- Bring other two sides together.
- Cook in deep hot oil for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 48, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.3
Tips:
- For the wonton wrappers, you can either make them from scratch or use pre-made wonton wrappers from the store.
- If you're making the wonton wrappers from scratch, be sure to roll them out thinly so that they're delicate and cook evenly.
- To fill the wontons, place a small amount of filling in the center of each wrapper. Then, fold the wrapper up around the filling, starting with the bottom corners and working your way up to the top.
- To cook the wontons, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the wontons and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the top.
- Serve the wontons with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a soy sauce-based sauce or a vinegar-based sauce.
Conclusion:
These zesty Italian wontons are a delicious and easy appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. With their simple ingredients and flavorful filling, these wontons are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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