Imagine biting into a delicate, perfectly crafted wonton that bursts with the rich, oceanic flavors of succulent shrimp and sweet crab meat. These aren't just any appetizers – they're a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary taste experience. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality dish at home, these Shrimp and Crab Wontons are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 24 wontons
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb crab meat
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood by finely chopping the shrimp and crab meat into small, uniform pieces. Place them in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add chopped green onions, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to the seafood mixture. Gently mix the ingredients until well combined, ensuring even distribution of seasonings.
- Set up your wonton wrapping station with a clean work surface, wonton wrappers, beaten egg, and a small bowl of water for sealing.
- Place a wonton wrapper on the work surface and add approximately 1 teaspoon of the seafood mixture in the center of the wrapper.
- Dip your finger in the water and moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper to help create a secure seal.
- Fold the wrapper diagonally to create a triangle, pressing the edges firmly to remove air and seal the filling inside.
- Take the two bottom corners of the triangle and bring them together, using a small amount of beaten egg to help them stick. This creates the classic wonton shape.
- Repeat the wrapping process with remaining wrappers and filling, placing completed wontons on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.
- Prepare a large pot of water or steamer with boiling water. If boiling, ensure water is at a gentle rolling boil.
- Carefully place wontons in the boiling water or steamer, cooking for 4-5 minutes until the wrappers become translucent and the filling is cooked through.
- Remove wontons with a slotted spoon and drain excess water. Serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or sweet chili sauce.
Tips
- Chop your seafood finely and evenly to ensure consistent cooking and a smooth filling texture.
- Keep your wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out while you're working.
- Don't overfill the wontons – a teaspoon of filling is usually perfect to prevent splitting during cooking.
- Use cold water when sealing wontons to help the edges stick together more effectively.
- If you're not cooking the wontons immediately, place them on a lightly floured baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap to prevent sticking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a small amount of minced ginger or garlic to your seafood mixture.
- Experiment with different dipping sauces like ponzu, sweet chili, or a homemade sesame-soy blend to complement the wontons.
- If you're new to wonton folding, practice makes perfect – don't get discouraged if the first few aren't picture-perfect!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 29kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 18mg
