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Sichuan Chinese · China

Cumin and Lime Crispy Sichuan Fried Wontons

Earthy cumin with a zesty kick

27 minutes4 servings
Cumin and Lime Crispy Sichuan Fried Wontons
Photo: lazy fri13th · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Add ground cumin to the filling before wrapping the wontons. 1: Drizzle lime juice over the fried wontons before serving.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground pork with soy sauce, chili oil, Sichuan pepper powder, and green onion.
  3. Place 1 teaspoon of mixture in the center of each wrapper. Fold and seal with a bit of water.
  4. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry wontons until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. In a small bowl, combine chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and water for the sauce.
  6. Drain excess oil from wontons, then serve with the spicy sauce on the side.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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