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saucy wontons

Saucy Wontons with Soy Ginger Sauce for Quick Comfort

These quick saucy wontons with rich soy ginger sauce are a flavorful dish that satisfies comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 wontons
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wontons
  • 12 ounces Mini Chicken Wontons Substitution: Feel free to use vegetarian or pork wontons.
For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Substitution: Apple cider vinegar works perfectly.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Toasted sesame oil amps up the richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Substitution: Honey or agave syrup can serve as a natural sweetener.
  • 1 tablespoon Corn Starch Mix with water prior to adding to prevent lumps.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped chives can be a great substitute.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the frozen mini chicken wontons and cook for about 4-5 minutes until they float. Drain well.
  2. While the wontons are cooking, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and corn starch in a mixing bowl.
  3. Transfer the sauce mixture into a saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the drained wontons to the saucepan and gently toss them to coat evenly with the sauce.
  5. Transfer the saucy wontons to a serving platter and garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wontonsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure wontons are stirred gently while boiling to prevent sticking. Dissolve corn starch with water before adding to avoid lumps. Reheat leftovers gently and add a splash of water to maintain sauce consistency.

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