Black Bean and Corn Wontons with 3 Cheese Sweet Pepper Sauce
Crispy, savory, and packed with bold flavors, these Black Bean and Corn Wontons with 3 Cheese Sweet Pepper Sauce are the perfect appetizer or snack to impress your guests. Each wonton is filled with a hearty mix of black beans, sweet corn, red bell pepper, and aromatic spices, all melted together with a touch of cheddar cheese for a creamy, satisfying bite. The gooey, indulgent dipping sauce is a showstopper, combining cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan with sautéed yellow bell pepper and heavy cream for a velvety, sweet-and-savory finish. Quick to prepare in just 50 minutes and ideal for parties or casual get-togethers, these golden, crispy delights pair beautifully with the rich, cheesy sauce, making them a crowd-pleasing favorite. Whether you're seeking fried wonton appetizers, easy party recipes, or creative finger food ideas, this dish is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces Wonton wrappers
- 1 cup Black beans, cooked and rinsed
- 0.75 cup Corn kernels, cooked
- 0.25 cup Red bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 stalks Green onions, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 piece Egg, lightly beaten (for sealing wontons)
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Flour (optional, for sauce thickening)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green onions, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cheddar cheese. Mix well to create the wonton filling.
Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place a small spoonful (about 1 teaspoon) of the filling in the center of the wrapper.
Brush the edges of the wonton wrapper with the beaten egg. Fold the wrapper over diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wontons in small batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
To make the sweet pepper sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced yellow bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the heavy cream and slowly add the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
If the sauce is too thin, mix the flour with a small amount of water to form a slurry, then add it to the sauce and cook for an additional minute to thicken.
Serve the fried wontons warm with a bowl of the three-cheese sweet pepper sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.2 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 549 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 249 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
