Best Easy Sichuan Chili Oil Wontons Recipe

Plump wontons drenched in Sichuan chili oil and garlic make a fiery, protein-rich appetizer. A fresh family favorite with bold, numbing heat.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 295 kcal
#high protein #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • wonton wrappers 24 pieces
  • ground pork 8 oz
  • shrimp, peeled and finely chopped 4 oz
  • scallions, finely sliced 0.25 cup
  • ginger, minced 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Shaoxing wine 1 tbsp
  • sesame oil 2 tsp
  • ground white pepper 0.25 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • Sichuan chili oil 3 tbsp
  • rice vinegar 1 tbsp
  • garlic, minced 2 cloves
  • sugar 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 43%
Protein 17 g 23%
Fat 10 g 34%
Serving size 160g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, minced ginger, scallions, 1 tbsp soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt. Stir in one direction until sticky.

  2. 2

    Place a wonton wrapper in your palm, add about 2 teaspoons of filling to the center, and fold into a triangle, sealing the edges with water. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

  3. 3

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Gently slide in wontons, stirring to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 4–5 minutes, until wontons float and wrappers turn translucent.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix Sichuan chili oil, remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sugar to make the sauce.

  5. 5

    Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked wontons to serving bowls. Spoon generous amounts of the chili oil sauce over the wontons and garnish with extra scallions if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredients are ground pork and shrimp for the filling, paired with wonton wrappers and finished with spicy Sichuan chili oil. The combination gives the dish its signature plump texture and bold, numbing flavor.
Q. How do you prevent wontons from breaking apart during cooking?
To prevent wontons from tearing, gently stir them after adding to boiling water and then reduce the heat to medium for a low, steady simmer. Cooking for about 4–5 minutes until the wrappers turn translucent helps maintain their structure and avoids overcooking.
Q. What is the best way to achieve the classic numbing heat in this dish?
For the signature Sichuan flavor, use a robust, well-stirred Sichuan chili oil in the sauce. It provides both spiciness and the distinctive numbing sensation. Spoon a generous amount over freshly cooked wontons right before serving.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does each serving provide?
Each serving of these Sichuan Chili Oil Wontons contains approximately 295 kcal and 17 grams of protein, making it a boldly flavored, protein-rich appetizer.
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