_Sips tea_ Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about my absolute favorite midnight craving fix – the most amazing Chinese-style crispy wontons that’ll have you sneaking to the kitchen at 2 AM! Trust me, once you try these bad boys, you’ll be thanking me in your dreams. 😉
These crispy little parcels of joy are filled with juicy ground pork, aromatic ginger, and a secret blend of seasonings that’ll make your taste buds dance. The best part? They’re actually super easy to make, even when you’re half-awake and wearing your favorite fuzzy slippers!
Here’s what you’ll need (because I’ve got your back):
– 1 package of wonton wrappers
– 1/2 pound ground pork
– 2 cloves minced garlic (vampire protection, am I right?)
– 1 tablespoon grated ginger
– 2 green onions, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Oil for frying
Now, let’s get cooking (and try not to wake up the whole house)!
1. Mix the ground pork with garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl. Get in there and mix it well – don’t be shy!
1. Place about a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Don’t overfill them, honey – nobody likes a messy wonton!
1. Wet the edges with water and fold into triangles, pressing to seal. Give them a little pinch – think of it as stress relief!
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1. Heat oil in a pan (medium heat, we’re not trying to start a fire here!)
1. Fry those beautiful babies until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
1. Drain on paper towels and serve with your favorite dipping sauce. I personally love a mix of sweet chili sauce and soy sauce – it’s a match made in heaven!
And voilà! You’ve just made the most addictive midnight snack ever. These crispy wontons are perfectly portable, so you can sneak back to bed without leaving evidence… except for maybe some crumbs on your PJs!
Pro tip: Make a big batch and freeze them uncooked. Future midnight-snacking-you will be so grateful!
Y’all, I can’t stress enough how these little pockets of happiness have saved me during those late-night cravings. They’re way better than anything you’d get from takeout, and let’s be honest – you’ll feel like a total kitchen boss making these!
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Until next time, keep cooking and keeping it real! 💁♀️✨
