Name: Spicy Wontons in Chili Oil
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 24 wonton wrappers (3-inch square); 8 oz (225g) ground pork; 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 cup chili oil with sediment; 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns, crushed; 3 tablespoons light soy sauce for sauce; 2 tablespoons black vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon sugar; Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the filling

In a medium bowl, combine ground pork, chopped scallions, minced ginger, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated and slightly sticky. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Fold the wontons

Place a wonton wrapper on a clean work surface. Add 1 teaspoon of filling to the center. Moisten the edges with water, then fold into a triangle, pressing out any air bubbles. Bring the two bottom corners together and press firmly to seal, creating the traditional wonton shape. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
Cook the wontons

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Gently add the wontons, stirring carefully to prevent sticking. Cook until they float to the surface and the filling is cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and divide among serving bowls.
Prepare the chili oil sauce

While the wontons cook, combine chili oil, crushed Sichuan peppercorns, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, black vinegar, minced garlic, and sugar in a bowl. Stir well to combine all flavors into a vibrant, aromatic sauce.
Serve the dish

Drizzle the prepared chili oil sauce generously over the cooked wontons. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately while still hot, allowing diners to mix the wontons with the sauce before eating.

Spicy Wontons in Chili Oil

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