Wonton wrappers can be
found in the produce section of the supermarket. Use them to
make these elegant and irresistible appetizers.
Pork and
Crab Dumplings
- 1 cup finely chopped cooked
pork tenderloin
1 (6-ounce) can flaked crab meat, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped water chestnuts
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
About 20 won ton wrappers
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
Chinese mustard
Soy sauce
- In a medium bowl stir
together well pork, crab, onion, water chestnuts, soy sauce,
salt and pepper. Stir in cream cheese to blend thoroughly and
set aside.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon
filling in center of each won ton wrapper. Fold wrapper in half
diagonally across filling to form triangle; moisten and pinch
edges to seal. Set pinched edge upright and press gently to flatten
bottom. Transfer to a baking sheet and cover with a dry cloth.
Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- In a large skillet heat
2 tablespoons of the oil. Carefully place half the pot stickers
in skillet. not letting sides touch. Cook over medium heat 1
minute or till bottoms are browned. Carefully add 1/2 cup water
to skillet. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes. Uncover
and cook 3 to 5 minutes or till water evaporates. Cook, uncovered,
1 minute. Transfer dumplings to a baking sheet. Place in a 250
degree F. oven to keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining
dumplings, oil and water.
- Serve with Chinese mustard
and soy sauce for dipping.
Makes about 20.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 90 calories
Protein 4 grams
Fat 6 grams
Sodium 150 milligrams
Cholesterol 15 milligrams
Saturated Fat 1 grams
Carbohydrates 5 grams
Fiber 0 grams
Recipe provided courtesy
of Pork: The Other White Meat.
