Spicy Szechuan Wontons (四川红油抄手)

四川红油抄手 (Spicy Szechuan Wontons) is a classic dish from Hunan Cuisine known for its spicy and flavorful taste. These wontons are filled with a delicious mixture of pork and spices, then served in a spicy red oil sauce.

Spicy Szechuan Wontons (四川红油抄手)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground Szechuan peppercorns
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 package wonton wrappers
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Szechuan peppercorn powder
  • 2 tablespoons chili oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ground Szechuan peppercorns, and chopped green onions.
  2. Place a small amount of the pork mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, then fold the wonton in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal.
  3. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the wontons for 4-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove and drain.
  4. In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the Szechuan peppercorn powder and cook for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the chili oil, soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, and sugar to make the sauce.
  6. To serve, place the cooked wontons on a serving plate, drizzle with the spicy red oil sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions.

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
15g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large bowl Small saucepan Large pot Serving plate

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the spicy Szechuan wontons as an appetizer for a delicious and flavorful start to your meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of spice, add more chili oil to the sauce according to your preference.

Cost

$15