Ingredients:
- Square Wonton Wrappers
- cups Vegetable Oil or Canola Oil, for frying
- lb (450g) Ground Chicken
- /2 cup Water Chestnuts, finely chopped
- /4 cup Green Onions (scallions), thinly sliced
- cloves Garlic, minced
- tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated (for filling)
- tablespoons Soy Sauce
- tablespoon Sesame Oil
- teaspoon Cornstarch
- /2 teaspoon White Pepper
- /4 cup Mayonnaise
- tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
- tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
- teaspoon Fresh Ginger, very finely grated (for drizzle)
- /2 teaspoon Sriracha
- Pinch of Salt
- cup Shredded Red Cabbage
- /2 cup Shredded Carrot
- Cilantro leaves, roughly chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to maintain this temperature.
- Take two wonton wrappers and gently overlap them slightly to form a larger rectangle. Using tongs, carefully lower the paired wrapper into the hot oil.
- Immediately use two metal spoons or tongs to gently fold the centre down, forming a taco shape as it fries. Fry for about 30–45 seconds per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove the shells immediately, place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet, and lightly sprinkle with salt while still hot. Repeat until all shells are made.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, chopped water chestnuts, white parts of the green onions, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and white pepper. Do not overmix.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Sauté until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid or fat and set aside.
- To make the drizzle, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, Sriracha, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
- Assemble the Chicken Wonton Tacos: Spoon a generous portion of the warm chicken filling inside a crisp wonton shell. Top with a small amount of the cabbage/carrot slaw.
- Drizzle liberally with the Ginger-Lime Drizzle and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.