Crispy Jalapeño Corn Wontons
These Crispy Jalapeño Corn Wontons bring a perfect burst of spicy, creamy, and crunchy flavors—ideal for quick appetizers or snacks during warm summer gatherings. Made with vegan cream cheese, sweet corn, and a kick of jalapeño, these wontons fit right into your collection of healthy summer meals and easy dinner recipes. Perfect as part of your grilling ideas for dinner or quick dinner ideas, they are sure to become a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
- 4 ounces vegan cream cheese
- 1 cup corn
- 2 green onions diced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 2 cloves garlic diced
- 1 jalapeño diced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 24 square wonton wrappers
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine vegan cream cheese, corn, green onions, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges with water, fold into desired shape (triangles or purses), and press edges to seal tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry wontons in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- For baking instead of frying, brush wontons lightly with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes until crispy.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control heat level.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet chili or soy-ginger.