Spicy Sichuan Chili Oil Wontons

Instructions

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling onto the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold to seal, creating your desired wonton shape (e.g., triangle, purse).

   ~10 min
3. 3

   Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the wontons, ensuring they don't stick together. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are cooked through.

   ~7 min
4. 4

   While the wontons are cooking, prepare the chili oil. In a heatproof small bowl, combine the dried red chilies and Sichuan peppercorns.

   ~1 min
5. 5

   Heat the neutral oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). Carefully pour the hot oil over the chilies and peppercorns in the bowl. Let it sizzle and infuse for 5 minutes.

   ~6 min
6. 6

   Strain the chili oil, discarding the solids, or leave some small pieces for texture. Stir in the black vinegar and sugar into the strained chili oil. Whisk to combine.

   ~2 min
7. 7

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked wontons from the boiling water and drain well. Place the wontons in serving bowls.

   ~1 min
8. 8

   Generously drizzle the spicy chili oil sauce over the wontons. Garnish with chopped scallions.

   ~1 min