Description
These Chile Relleno Wontons combine the classic flavors of roasted green chiles and Monterey Jack cheese wrapped in crispy wonton skins, fried to golden perfection. Served with a zesty jalapeño soy sauce, they make a perfect appetizer or snack with a spicy, savory kick.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wontons
- 30 wonton wrappers
- Strips of roasted or mild green chiles, about 1 to 2 cups
- Strips of hot green chile (optional for extra heat), about ½ cup
- Monterrey Jack cheese, cut into ½ to 1½ inch strips, about 1½ cups
- Neutral oil (canola, peanut, or vegetable) for frying, about 2 cups or enough for ½ inch depth in pan
For the Jalapeño Soy Sauce
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime or citrus juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare filling: Cut the green chiles and Monterey Jack cheese into strips that will fit neatly inside the wonton wrappers. Set aside.
- Assemble wontons: Place one strip each of chile and cheese in the center of a wonton wrapper. Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the corners toward the center and press firmly to seal, ensuring no air pockets remain. Let the sealed wontons rest briefly to help the wrapper adhere.
- Heat the oil: Warm neutral oil in a frying pan or deep pot to 350–365°F (175–185°C). Use enough oil to reach about ½ inch depth for shallow frying or more if preferred for deeper frying.
- Fry the wontons: Working in small batches, gently place the wontons in the hot oil. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs, until they are golden brown and crisp. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Make the dipping sauce: Combine the soy sauce and thinly sliced jalapeño in a small bowl. Adjust the spiciness by including or removing the seeds. Add lime juice and rice vinegar if desired to brighten the flavors.
- Serve immediately: Arrange the crispy wontons on a serving platter. Drizzle the jalapeño soy sauce over them or serve it in a bowl for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro and extra jalapeño slices if desired.
Notes
- For a milder version, omit the hot green chile strips and jalapeño seeds in the dipping sauce.
- Ensure the oil temperature remains steady at 350–365°F to achieve crispiness without greasy wontons.
- Use fresh wonton wrappers for best texture; keep unused wrappers covered to prevent drying out.
- The jalapeño soy sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- These wontons are best served fresh to maintain their crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
Keywords: Chile Relleno, Wontons, Fried Appetizer, Jalapeño Soy Sauce, Mexican Fusion, Cheese Filled, Spicy Snack
