Chile Relleno Wontons with Jalapeño Soy Sauce
A crispy twist on a classic favorite—these cheesy wontons are stuffed with green chilies and served with a spicy-sweet jalapeño-soy dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 30 wontons (about 6 servings)
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Fusion, Tex-Mex
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
30 wonton wrappers
1 lb Monterey Jack cheese, cut into ½–1½-inch strips
Mild green chilies and hot green chilies, cut into strips
Oil, for frying
For the Jalapeño-Soy Dipping Sauce:
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 jalapeño, minced
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
Prepare the Wontons
Lay wonton wrappers on a clean, dry surface.
Place one strip of cheese and one strip of chili (mild or hot) in the center of each.
Seal the Wontons
Moisten edges of the wrappers with water.
Fold over the filling and press firmly to seal, eliminating gaps to prevent cheese leaks.
Let sealed wontons rest a few minutes before frying.
Fry to Golden Perfection
Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry wontons in small batches for 1–2 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Make the Jalapeño-Soy Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced jalapeño, honey, and sesame oil.
Let sit for 10+ minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve wontons hot with jalapeño-soy dipping sauce.
Optional: Pair with queso, salsa, or ranch for extra dipping fun.
Notes
For extra heat, add an extra slice of hot green chili or include a dash of chili oil in the dipping sauce.
Use pepper jack cheese for a spicier filling variation.
Wontons can be prepped ahead and frozen before frying.
