Spicy Chengdu Style Wontons (成都红油抄手)

成都红油抄手 (Spicy Chengdu Style Wontons) is a classic Sichuan dish known for its spicy and flavorful sauce, wrapped around delicate wontons. This dish is a perfect combination of heat, spice, and umami flavors, making it a popular choice for those who love Sichuan cuisine.

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Spicy Chengdu Style Wontons (成都红油抄手)

Ingredients

  • 1 pack of wonton wrappers
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinkiang vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2 tablespoons red chili oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the ground pork, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and green onions.
  2. Place a small amount of the pork mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water and fold the wrapper in half to create a triangle, then press the edges to seal.
  3. In a pot of boiling water, cook the wontons for 4-5 minutes until they float to the surface. Remove and drain.
  4. In a separate pan, heat the Sichuan peppercorns in oil until fragrant. Add the red chili oil, sugar, and chicken broth. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour the spicy sauce over the cooked wontons and toss to coat evenly.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
10g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Pot Pan Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the spicy Chengdu style wontons as an appetizer or as part of a larger Sichuan feast.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, sprinkle some additional red chili oil or Sichuan peppercorns on top before serving.

Cost

$10