Air Fryer Wontons
These crisp and golden gluten-free fried wontons are made effortlessly in the air fryer, offering a satisfying crunch with minimal oil. Featuring a flavorful filling of seasoned meat and fresh vegetables, they can also be oven-baked or deep-fried for versatile preparation options.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
- 1 tablespoon gluten free soy sauce or tamari
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 1 recipe gluten free wonton wrappers
- 2 cups chopped fresh greens such as kale, brussels sprouts, or cabbage
- 2 garlic cloves minced or finely grated
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallions white and green parts
- 2 tablespoons gluten free sweet chili sauce or oyster sauce
- 1 pound ground chicken pork, beef, or white meat turkey
- 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger or 1½ teaspoons ground ginger
- Oil for coating or frying
Prepare the gluten-free wonton wrappers as directed, slicing them into squares approximately 3 inches wide. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the ground meat with ginger, garlic, scallions, soy sauce, sweet chili or oyster sauce, and the chopped greens until the mixture becomes cohesive and sticky.
Lay a single wonton wrapper flat on your palm. Use your index finger to brush all four edges of the wrapper with egg wash. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center. Fold the wrapper diagonally to form a triangle, pressing around the filling to eliminate air pockets and ensure a tight seal.
Arrange the filled wontons in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. Coat both sides lightly with oil using a spray or brush. Cook at 350°F for 4 minutes. Remove the basket, shake to redistribute and flip the wontons as much as possible. Return to the air fryer and continue cooking for an additional 4 to 6 minutes, until uniformly golden brown. Serve promptly with additional sweet chili or soy sauce.
Alternate Oven-Baking Directions
After preparing the wontons, place them on a wire rack over a lined baking sheet with approximately one inch of space between each. Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush the tops with egg wash and bake in the center rack for 12 minutes or until lightly golden. For a soup variation, boil in hot broth for roughly 5 minutes until tender and fully cooked.
Alternate Deep-Frying Directions
Prepare a plate with paper towels. Heat 1½ inches of a high smoke-point oil (such as avocado or peanut) in a medium heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F. Fry the wontons in small batches for about 3 minutes, turning as needed until golden. Transfer to the prepared plate to drain. Reheat oil to temperature between batches and repeat.