These little critters make me laugh, and they are tasty! Great for adults and kids in the room.
Ingredients
Makes about 20 dumplings · tap what you already have
- 1 package square wonton wrappers (white, thin type)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Black sesame seeds or candy eyes, for the eyes (remove candy eyes before eating!)
- Sweet chili sauce, for serving
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Preparation
6 steps
Step 1
In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, scallions, garlic and salt until smooth.
Step 2
Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
Step 3
To shape like ghosts: gather the corners of the wrapper loosely over the filling, letting the top flare out like a ghostly sheet. Pinch just enough so the filling stays in.
Step 4
Dab water on the wrapper where you want eyes and press on sesame seeds. Heat oil in a skillet or pot to 350°F. Fry dumplings in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden at the bottom and slightly crisp, but keep the tops light for a “floating” ghost look.
Step 5
Remove to a paper towel–lined tray.
Step 6
Serve with chili sauce drizzled on top and around the plate.
