Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Wontons Recipe is a crispy and cheesy recipe, which is made with savory ground chuck and tangy pickled jalapeños. It’s the perfect party appetizer, ready in about 40 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Wontons Recipe Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground chuck steak
- 1/2 white onion, small diced
- 1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapeños
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1/2 cup grated Cheddar
- Peanut oil, for frying
- 1/2 cup store-bought ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup store-bought burger sauce
How To Make Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Wontons
- Cook the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chuck and diced onion. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Season the filling: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped jalapeños, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble the wontons: Lay out a few wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Have a small bowl of water nearby. Scoop about a teaspoon of the meat mixture into the center of a wrapper and top with a small pinch of grated Cheddar.
- Seal the wontons: Dip your finger in the water and wet two connecting edges of the wrapper. Fold the dry corner over to meet the wet corner, creating a triangle. Press the edges together firmly, pushing out as much air as possible to create a tight seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat the oil: In a large, high-sided pan, heat about 1 inch of peanut oil to 375°F. Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Fry the wontons: Carefully place the wontons into the hot oil in small batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are golden brown and crisp.
- Drain and serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked wontons and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with ranch dressing and burger sauce for dipping.
Recipe Tips
- How to get perfectly crispy wontons: Maintaining the oil temperature at 375°F is key. If the oil is too cool, the wontons will be greasy; if it’s too hot, they will burn before the filling is heated through. Frying in small batches helps keep the temperature stable.
- How to prevent wontons from bursting: A tight seal is crucial. Make sure to press out all the air pockets from around the filling before pinching the edges shut. Any trapped air will expand in the hot oil and can cause the wonton to pop open.
- Can I make these in an air fryer? Yes. For an air-fried version, lightly spray the assembled wontons with cooking spray. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Can I make these ahead of time? You can assemble the uncooked wontons, place them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Fry them directly from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the cooking time.
What To Serve With Cheeseburger Wontons
This recipe is a fantastic appetizer served with a variety of dipping sauces.
- The suggested ranch and burger sauce
- Ketchup and mustard
- A spicy mayonnaise or sriracha aioli
- Queso or cheese dip
How To Store Cheeseburger Wontons
Refrigerate: These wontons are best eaten immediately while hot and crisp. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat: For the best results, reheat the wontons in a 375°F oven or an air fryer for a few minutes until they are crisp again. Microwaving is not recommended as it will make them soft and chewy.
Cheeseburger Wontons Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 380kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
Nutrition information is estimated per serving of 4 wontons and does not include dipping sauces.
FAQs
Can I bake these instead of frying?
Yes. For a baked version, preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the assembled wontons on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spray them lightly with cooking spray. Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. They will be less blistered than the fried version but still delicious.
What’s the best way to keep the wonton wrappers from drying out?
Wonton wrappers dry out very quickly. It’s best to work in small batches. Keep the stack of wrappers you aren’t currently using covered with a slightly damp paper towel.
Can I use ground turkey or chicken?
Absolutely. Ground turkey or chicken are great leaner alternatives to ground chuck. The flavor will be slightly different, but the wontons will still be savory and delicious.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Meatloaf Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Salad Recipe
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Wontons Recipe
Description
Crispy fried wontons filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, cheese, and pickles, just like a mini cheeseburger in a crunchy pocket.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook ground chuck and onion until browned; drain.
- Off the heat, stir in jalapeños, ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Place a teaspoon of meat filling and a pinch of cheese in the center of a wonton wrapper.
- Wet the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and press firmly to seal, removing any air.
- Heat 1 inch of peanut oil to 375°F in a high-sided pan.
- Fry wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with dipping sauces.
Notes
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