Hawaiian Fried Won Tons

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Hawaiian Fried Won Tons
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 25, 2024

Enjoy the taste of Hawaii with these crispy and flavorful Hawaiian Fried Won Tons. This appetizer is perfect for parties or potlucks and will be a hit with your friends and family. The won tons are filled with a combination of ground pork, shrimp, and vegetables, then deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. Serve them with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for a truly irresistible appetizer. Take a trip to the tropical islands with this mouthwatering recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package won ton wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Sweet and sour sauce, for dipping

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine the shrimp, cabbage, carrots, green onions, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, shrimp, and vegetable mixture. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  3. Take one won ton wrapper and place a small spoonful of the pork and shrimp mixture in the center. Fold the wrapper in half diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining won ton wrappers and filling.
  4. In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add a few won tons at a time and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve the fried won tons hot with sweet and sour sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Fried won tons are a popular appetizer in many Asian cuisines, including Hawaiian cuisine which often incorporates Asian flavors.
  • Won tons are commonly served during Chinese New Year celebrations as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
  • The term 'won ton' means 'swallowing clouds' in Cantonese, referring to the shape of the dumplings.