Kentucky Green Chile Wontons with Avocado Dipping Sauce
Indulge in a delightful Kentucky favorite with these Green Chile Wontons, inspired by the renowned Bristol Bar & Grille in Louisville. Perfectly crispy on the outside and luxuriously cheesy on the inside, these wontons are bursting with the vibrant flavors of green chile and jalapeño, making them an irresistible snack or lunch option. Paired with a creamy, homemade guacamole dipping sauce, they are sure to become a staple at your gatherings. Whether you’re serving them at a party or enjoying them solo, these wontons won’t last long on your serving platter!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
canned green chili
1/2 cup (drained)
canned jalapeno
1/4 cup (drained and minced)
Monterey Jack cheese
1 lb (shredded)
wonton wrappers
18 pieces (as needed)
avocados
3 (peeled and pitted)
lemon juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
seasoning salt
1 teaspoon (mixed)
ground coriander
1 teaspoon (as needed)
mayonnaise
1/2 cup (as needed)
green onions
3 (minced)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the drained green chili, minced jalapeno, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Mix until well incorporated.
2
Take a wonton wrapper and place about two tablespoons of the cheese mixture in one corner.
3
Fold the corner over the filling, then fold the right and left corners toward the center to create a triangle shape. Dip the remaining top corner in water and fold it down to seal the wonton tightly.
4
Heat oil in a deep fryer or a heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Once the oil is hot, carefully drop in the wontons in batches, frying until they are golden brown and crispy, approximately one minute.
5
Remove the cooked wontons and drain them on paper towels. Continue frying until all wontons are cooked.
6
For the guacamole dipping sauce, mash the avocados in a bowl and add the lemon juice, seasoning salt, ground coriander, mayonnaise, and minced green onions. Stir until smooth and well combined.
7
Serve the crispy wontons hot with the creamy guacamole dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Kentucky Green Chile Wontons?
They are a crispy, cheesy snack inspired by the Bristol Bar & Grille in Louisville.
Where did the recipe for Kentucky Green Chile Wontons originate?
The recipe is inspired by the renowned Bristol Bar & Grille located in Louisville, Kentucky.
What type of cheese is used in the filling?
The filling uses one pound of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
How do I prepare the green chilies for the filling?
Use 1/2 cup of canned green chilies and ensure they are thoroughly drained.
What provides the heat in the wonton filling?
The heat comes from 1/4 cup of drained and minced canned jalapenos.
How many wonton wrappers are required?
The recipe calls for 18 wonton wrappers to be used as needed.
How much filling should I put in each wonton?
Place approximately two tablespoons of the cheese mixture into each wonton wrapper corner.
What is the correct way to fold these wontons?
Fold the corner over the filling, then fold the right and left corners toward the center to create a triangle shape.
How do you ensure the wontons stay closed during frying?
Dip the remaining top corner of the wrapper in water and fold it down to seal the wonton tightly.
What is the recommended temperature for frying?
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How long should the wontons be cooked in the oil?
Fry the wontons for approximately one minute until they are golden brown and crispy.
Should I cook all the wontons at once?
No, you should carefully drop the wontons into the hot oil in batches to maintain temperature.
What should I do once the wontons are finished frying?
Remove the cooked wontons from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess grease.
What are the primary ingredients in the dipping sauce?
The sauce is made from avocados, lemon juice, seasoning salt, ground coriander, mayonnaise, and green onions.
How many avocados are needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 3 avocados that have been peeled and pitted.
How do you prepare the avocado base for the dip?
Mash the peeled and pitted avocados in a bowl before adding the other sauce ingredients.
What type of lemon juice should be used for the sauce?
Use two tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor profile.
Is there a specific salt used in the avocado dipping sauce?
Yes, the recipe uses one teaspoon of seasoning salt to flavor the guacamole dip.
What spice gives the dipping sauce its unique flavor?
One teaspoon of ground coriander is added to the dipping sauce mixture.
How many green onions are used in the dipping sauce?
The sauce includes three minced green onions for a fresh bite.
How much mayonnaise is used in the sauce?
The dipping sauce requires 1/2 cup of mayonnaise to achieve its creamy consistency.
What is the final texture of the dipping sauce?
Stir the ingredients until the dipping sauce is smooth and well combined.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
Under what category is this recipe classified?
This recipe is classified under Lunch and Snacks.
What is the description of the wonton interior?
The wontons are described as being luxuriously cheesy and bursting with green chile flavor on the inside.
Are these wontons good for party gatherings?
Yes, they are considered an irresistible snack and a perfect staple for gatherings.
How do you prepare the jalapenos?
The canned jalapenos should be drained and finely minced before being added to the cheese filling.
What equipment is recommended for frying?
You can use either a deep fryer or a heavy pot to safely heat the oil.
What is the ideal way to serve this dish?
Serve the crispy wontons hot with the creamy homemade guacamole dipping sauce on the side.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Associated tags include wontons, snack, kentucky, green chili, jalapeno, and american cuisine.