Quick Vegetarian Wontons

Delight in the simplicity and flavor-packed goodness of Quick Vegetarian Wontons, a versatile recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive appetizers. These handmade dumplings feature a savory filling of crumbled tofu, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crisp carrots—infused with aromatic garlic, green onion, and a hint of ginger. Wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, these plant-based bites are easy to prepare and can be steamed, boiled, or pan-fried to suit your preference. Ready in under 35 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe offers a customizable cooking method and pairs seamlessly with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Perfect for vegetarians and dumpling enthusiasts alike, these wontons are a must-try for satisfying your cravings with a healthy twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 30 pieces Wonton wrappers
• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Finely chop the shiitake mushrooms, carrot, green onion, and garlic. Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the tofu, shiitake mushrooms, carrot, green onion, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form the filling.

Step 4

Place a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling to the center of the wrapper.

Step 5

Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold it into a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. For a more decorative fold, bring the two bottom corners together and pinch to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 6

To cook the wontons, choose one of the following methods: steam, boil, or pan-fry.

Step 7

For steaming: Line a steamer basket with parchment paper or lightly oil it. Place the wontons in a single layer and steam for 8-10 minutes over boiling water.

Step 8

For boiling: Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Drop the wontons in and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Step 9

For pan-frying: Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Arrange the wontons in a single layer and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan, cover, and steam for another 3 minutes until cooked through.

Step 10

Serve the wontons hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	608.2 grams (608.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1031

Total Fat 44.40g	57%
Saturated Fat 6.30g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3308mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 133.00g	48%
Dietary Fiber 9.30g	33%
Total Sugars 7.30g
Protein 29.10g	58%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 171mg	13%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 977mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 50.8%