Fiesta Wontons
Crank up the flavor at your next gathering with these irresistible Fiesta Wontons—a crispy, golden appetizer that blends bold Tex-Mex flavors with bite-sized portability. Each wonton features a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, sweet red bell pepper, and onion, punctuated by gooey melted cheddar and fresh cilantro. Wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, these flavorful pockets are fried to crunchy perfection, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve them warm with creamy sour cream and zesty salsa for the ultimate dipping experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, these festive, flavor-packed delights are perfect for game days, parties, or whenever you're craving a fun snack bursting with spice and crunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 1 package Taco seasoning
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 30 pieces Wonton wrappers
- 1 large, beaten Egg
- 4 cups (for frying) Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup (for dipping, optional) Sour cream
- 0.5 cup (for dipping, optional) Salsa
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced red bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Stir in the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water. Mix until combined and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Once the filling has cooled, mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro.
Lay a wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper. Brush the edges of the wrapper with the beaten egg and fold into a triangle, pressing the edges to seal tightly. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat (350°F or 175°C). Carefully fry the wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the wontons with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the wontons warm with sour cream and salsa for dipping, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.3 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 89.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 310 mg | 7% | |
*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.
