Ingredients
- 30 wonton wrappers
- 1 lb Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1/2–1 1/2 inch strips
- 2 roasted green chilies, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips
- 2 hot green chilies or jalapeños, seeded and cut into thin strips
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 fresh jalapeño, finely sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by slicing the Monterey Jack cheese into strips and cutting the roasted green chilies and jalapeños into thin strips.
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add one strip of cheese and a few chili strips in the center.
- Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg.
- Fold the wrapper into a triangle or envelope shape and press the edges firmly to seal.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 175°C (350°F).
- Fry the wontons in small batches for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, sliced jalapeño, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Stir the sauce well until fully combined.
- Serve the crispy wontons hot with the jalapeño soy sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the wonton wrappers are sealed tightly with egg to prevent cheese from leaking during frying.
- Roasted Anaheim or mild green chilies work well for authentic chile relleno flavor.
- Wontons can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before frying.
- For a lighter option, cook them in an air fryer or bake them in the oven.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 wontons
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
