Crispy Pork Wonton Money Bags with Apricot Dipping Sauce

Dumplings are a traditional New Year’s food in many Asian cultures because their pouch-like shape symbolizes prosperity and good fortune, much like a money bag. These crispy pork wonton money bags are not only lucky but also incredibly delicious-perfect for your holiday party or any celebration.

This recipe makes about 40 wonton parcels filled with a savory pork mixture, fried to golden perfection and served with a sweet and spicy apricot dipping sauce. They’re sure to bring luck and flavor to your table!

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Ingredients

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit GingerView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Panko BreadcrumbsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 teaspoon SrirachaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Soy SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Sesame OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 pack Wonton WrappersView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 ounce Apricot JamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit GrapefruitView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Vegetable oil (for frying)View ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 bottle Sparkling Wine* (not included)View ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry all produce. Trim and mince the scallions. Peel one piece of ginger and grate until you have 1 tablespoon. In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, panko, scallions, grated ginger, 1 teaspoon sriracha, soy sauce, sesame oil and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Season with pepper and mix well.
2. Lightly moisten a few paper towels. Fill a small bowl with water. Place 6 wonton wrappers on a dry surface. Put 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Dip your fingers in water and moisten the edges of the wrappers. Fold the corners of each wrapper around the filling, then press together to seal. Place the wontons on a baking sheet and cover with moist paper towels. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling (you may have some wrappers left over).
3. Heat a 2-inch layer of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches, carefully add wontons to the oil and fry until golden brown and crisp, 3-4 minutes. The oil should bubble when you add the wontons; if not, heat it more. Remove wontons with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined tray.
4. Halve the lime. In a small bowl, stir together the apricot jam, remaining sriracha (to taste), 2 tablespoons water and a squeeze or two of lime juice. Break up any lumps of jam. Arrange wontons on a serving platter and serve with the dipping sauce.
5. For the cocktail: Thinly slice the remaining piece of ginger. Place the ginger slices in a small pot with 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the sugar dissolves, remove from heat and let cool. Strain out the ginger slices and discard (or save for another use).
6. For the cocktail: Halve the grapefruits. Cut a thin round from one half, then cut the round into 6 wedges and make a small slit at the pointed end of each. Squeeze juice from the remaining grapefruit halves into a measuring cup. Fill 4 or 5 champagne flutes with 1/4 cup grapefruit juice and 2 tablespoons ginger syrup each. Top with sparkling wine and garnish each rim with a grapefruit wedge.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I bake these wontons instead of frying?

Yes, you can bake them at 400°F (200°C) for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Brush with a little oil for best results.

Can I make the wontons ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the wontons and refrigerate them on a baking sheet covered with plastic wrap for up to 4 hours before frying.

What can I use instead of sparkling wine for the cocktail?

You can substitute with any dry sparkling wine, champagne or even non-alcoholic sparkling cider or soda water for a mocktail.