Chicken Wontons with Sweet Chili Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken Filling

   • In a medium mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, ginger garlic paste, finely chopped green chillies, spring onion greens, light soy sauce, white pepper powder, salt, cornstarch, and toasted sesame oil.
   • Using a spoon or your hands, mix all the ingredients until they are just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the filling tough.
2. 2

   Assemble the Wontons

   • Set up your wonton wrapping station: have your bowl of filling, wonton wrappers, and a small bowl of water ready.
   • Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond orientation (one corner pointing towards you).
   • Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the chicken filling into the center of the wrapper.
   • Dip your finger in the water and lightly moisten all four edges of the wrapper.
   • Fold the bottom corner up to meet the top corner, creating a triangle. Press the edges firmly together, ensuring you push out any trapped air bubbles.
   • Lightly moisten one of the two bottom corners of the triangle. Bring the two corners together, overlapping the wet corner over the dry one, and press firmly to seal. It should resemble a nurse's cap or tortellini.
   • Place the finished wonton on a tray lightly dusted with cornstarch to prevent sticking. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
3. 3

   Cook the Wontons (Fried or Steamed)

   • For Fried Wontons: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully slide 5-6 wontons into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
   • For Steamed Wontons: Prepare a steamer by lining it with perforated parchment paper or cabbage leaves. Arrange the wontons in a single layer, leaving space between each one. Bring water to a boil in the pot below the steamer. Place the steamer basket over the boiling water, cover with a lid, and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the filling is fully cooked and the wrappers are translucent.
4. 4

   Serve

   • Serve the wontons immediately while hot and crispy (if fried) or tender (if steamed).
   • Pair with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.