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    Home » Appetizers

    BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe

    Published: Feb 9, 2023 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    Nothing beats the classic pairing of pulled pork and BBQ. The perfect combination of sweet and smoky in every bite. Now, what if you could take those classic flavors and make them even better? With this BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe, you can transform your favorite BBQ into delicious crispy wontons in no time. These make for an easy party appetizer since you can prepare them ahead of time. Try this unique twist on a traditional fried wonton recipe and surprise and delight your guests.

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    • ⭐Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥣Ingredient Notes
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🍲Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    ⭐Why This Recipe Works

    • This recipe could not be easier to prepare since it used prepared pulled pork BBQ as you can find at the store.
    • Prepared BBQ pork makes this recipe so simple. No need to cook or shred pork yourself.
    • The BBQ pork helps keep the inside moist which contrasts perfectly with the crispy wonton wrapper.


    🥣Ingredient Notes

    • Prepared Pulled Pork BBQ - we used 10 ounces of the prepared pulled pork. Since it is already cooked, you can just use it straight from the refrigerator.
    • Wonton wrappers - You can typically find these in the refrigerated salad section at the supermarket.
    • Small bowl of water - This is the "glue" that you will use to seal the wrapper so the filling doesn't fall out when you are frying.
    • Oil for deep frying - We used a quart of canola oil and we have a small deep fryer.


    📋Step by Step Instructions

    STEP 1: Drop a teaspoon of prepared Pulled Pork BBQ into the center of a wonton. You want to be sure to not put in too much pork so that the wonton will be hard to seal.

    placing bbq pork in a wonton wrapper

    STEP 2: Wet edges, fold into a triangle shape and press the edges to seal. You want to be sure to seal it well so that it doesn't open up in the deep fryer.

    a wonton wrapper with bbq pork inside

    STEP 3: Twist to form a crescent-like shape.

    pork in a wonton wrapper

    STEP 4: Add a quart of oil to a deep fryer and heat to 325 degrees. Carefully lower batches of the wontons (2-3 at a time) into the oil and deep fry for 2-3 minutes until the wrapper is golden brown.

    You can drop them in the oil right then or refrigerate them overnight. If you are planning to refrigerate them prior to cooking, lay them out in a single layer so the wonton skins don't stick together. I used my deep fryer to make these but a deep pan with 1-2 inches of oil would work well too.

    wontons frying in a deep fryer

    STEP 5: Remove wontons that are done and place them on paper towels to absorb some of the oil.

    These are best served warm and crispy. Of course, you will want to wait a minute or so for them to cool.

    pulled pork wonton

    Adding a dipping sauce for this easy appetizer is a way to take things up a notch. If you do want to add a dipping sauce, a sweet and sour sauce would work well.

    easy fried wonton recipe.

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: Serve these with a sweet and sour dipping sauce or barbecue sauce for an additional hit of flavor.

    Tip 2: One tip I have for making party prep easier and clean up faster is to use disposable plates and cups. There are lots of great options out there, some are even compostable!

    Tip 3: You can reheat any leftovers in the oven for 5-8 minutes.


    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    How do I make this pork wonton recipe ahead of time?

    If you are planning to assemble the wontons ahead of time, you can refrigerate them prior to cooking. When you are done assembling them, lay them out in a single layer so the wonton skins don't stick together.

    How do I store smoked pulled pork wontons?

    You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and heat up leftovers in the oven for 5-8 minutes at 350 degrees.

    Can I cook these fried wontons in the air fryer instead?

    Yes, you can! You can air fry them at 325 degrees for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.


    🍲Related Recipes

    • Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos
    • Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
    • Picnic Chicken with BBQ Sauce
    • Instant Pot Meatballs with BBQ Sauce

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    📖 Recipe

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    BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe

    BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe is a new twist on fried wontons. Made with BBQ pulled pork in a wonton wrapper and deep-fried, they pack a nice kick.
    5 from 6 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 238kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 10 ounces BBQ Pulled Pork Prepared. Can be purchased in the grocery store.
    • 25 wonton wrappers
    • Small bowl of water
    • 1 quart Canola Oil For deep frying

    Instructions

    • Drop a teaspoon of prepared Pulled Pork BBQ into the center of a wonton. You want to be sure to not put in too much pork so that the wonton will be hard to seal.
    • Wet edges, fold into a triangle shape and press the edges to seal. You want to be sure to seal it well so that it doesn't open up in the deep fryer.
    • Twist to form a crescent-like shape.
    • Add a quart of oil to a deep fryer and heat to 325 degrees. Carefully lower batches of the wontons (2-3 at a time) into the oil and deep fry for 2-3 minutes until the wrapper is golden brown.
    • Press down to seal and fold into a crescent shape.
    • Deep fry for 2-3 minutes until the wrapper is golden brown.
    • Remove wontons that are done and place them on paper towels to absorb some of the oil.

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    Notes

    • Serve these with a sweet and sour dipping sauce or barbecue sauce for an additional hit of flavor.
    • One tip I have for making party prep easier and cleaning up faster is to use disposable plates and cups. There are lots of great options out there, some are even compostable!
    • You can reheat any leftovers in the oven for 5-8 minutes.
    We calculated the nutritional value of frying oil using a 10% retention value after cooking. The amount will vary according on the cooking time and temperature, the density of the ingredients, and the type of oil used.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 345mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Caroline

      February 10, 2023 at 7:40 pm

      5 stars
      I love how super easy these are to make, and that mix of tasty filling and crisp outside!

    2. Carrie Robinson

      February 10, 2023 at 5:34 pm

      5 stars
      Such an easy recipe to make! I bet these would be a big hit at any get-together or family gathering. 🙂

    3. Colleen

      February 10, 2023 at 4:52 pm

      5 stars
      I used my air fryer to make these wontons and they were perfect. A delicious way to use leftover pulled pork.

    4. Sharon

      February 10, 2023 at 3:59 pm

      5 stars
      I love wontons so these wontons with a bbq pork center upgrade are going on my new favorite appetizer list.

    5. Elizabeth

      February 10, 2023 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      These look so yummy and much easier to make than I expected. These would make a really fun appetizer. Thanks for sharing!

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