Quick Vegetarian Wontons
Delight in the simplicity and flavor-packed goodness of Quick Vegetarian Wontons, a versatile recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive appetizers. These handmade dumplings feature a savory filling of crumbled tofu, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crisp carrots—infused with aromatic garlic, green onion, and a hint of ginger. Wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, these plant-based bites are easy to prepare and can be steamed, boiled, or pan-fried to suit your preference. Ready in under 35 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe offers a customizable cooking method and pairs seamlessly with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for vegetarians and dumpling enthusiasts alike, these wontons are a must-try for satisfying your cravings with a healthy twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 30 pieces Wonton wrappers
- 200 grams Firm tofu
- 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
- 1 medium Carrot
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
Instructions
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 10 minutes.
Finely chop the shiitake mushrooms, carrot, green onion, and garlic. Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tofu, shiitake mushrooms, carrot, green onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form the filling.
Place a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling to the center of the wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold it into a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. For a more decorative fold, bring the two bottom corners together and pinch to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
To cook the wontons, choose one of the following methods: steam, boil, or pan-fry.
For steaming: Line a steamer basket with parchment paper or lightly oil it. Place the wontons in a single layer and steam for 8-10 minutes over boiling water.
For boiling: Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Drop the wontons in and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon.
For pan-frying: Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Arrange the wontons in a single layer and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan, cover, and steam for another 3 minutes until cooked through.
Serve the wontons hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1031 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3308 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.0 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 977 mg | 21% | |
*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.
