Description
These crispy wonton-wrapped shrimp are a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring juicy shrimp wrapped in wonton wrappers and fried to golden perfection. They’re crunchy, savory, and perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.
Ingredients
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 12 square wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Place one wonton wrapper on a flat surface in a diamond shape. Put one marinated shrimp along the diagonal with the tail sticking out.
- Brush the edges of the wrapper with the beaten egg.
- Fold the wrapper tightly around the shrimp, sealing all edges securely.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the wrapped shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp are dry before marinating for better flavor absorption.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to maintain oil temperature.
- Serve with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or spicy mayo for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
