Wontons Recipe (Ready in 65 Min)

If you've got pork, carrots and celery, you're most of the way to this Chinese pork: about 65 minutes of cooking across 8 steps. Below: the ingredients split into pantry staples and a quick shopping list, a built-in serving scaler, and the method in 8 steps.

You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet. At medium difficulty across 8 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.

How to make it

Combine pork, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and vegetables in a bowl.
Separate wonton skins.
Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the center of the wonton.
Brush water on 2 borders of the skin, covering 1/4 inch from the edge.
Fold skin over to form a triangle, sealing edges.
Pinch the two long outside points together.
Heat oil to 450 degrees and fry 4 to 5 at a time until golden.
Drain and serve with sauce.

You'll use: Frying pan / skillet

Tips & common questions

How long does Wontons take to make?

About 65 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 8 steps and 11 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.

What can I use instead of soy sauce?

Try tamari (gluten-free). See the substitutions section above for more swaps.

Can I scale this recipe up or down?

Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.

How should I store leftovers?

Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.