Craving a crispy, flavorful appetizer that's a breeze to make? Look no further than these Air Fryer Wontons!
Whether you're a fan of savory veggies or cream cheese, these bite-sized pockets are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of your air fryer, you'll have a plate full of golden, irresistible wontons in no time.
Let me show you easy it it to make this delicious bite-sized air fryer appetizer.
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Prepare to impress your guests with these incredibly easy and delicious air fryer wontons! Just like my deep-fried Pork Wontons, these crispy bites are takeout-worthy, but without the hassle of deep frying.
Cooking wontons in air fryer means they're healthier too. Even though they're not deep fried they're still crispy and delicious, just like my Air Fryer Mini Ravioli Appetizer, or my recipe for Cream Cheese Wontons.
Table of Contents
- What is an Air Fryer?
- New to Air Frying?
- Tips for using an Air Fryer
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Variations and Substitutions
- Step-by-Step Directions
- Top Tip
- How to Form the Wontons
- How to Fold Wontons
- How to Air Fry Wontons
- How Long to Air Fry Wontons
- Serving Tips
- Before You Begin!
- How to Freeze Uncooked Wontons
- Cream Cheese Wontons in Air Fryer
- More Easy Appetizer Recipes:
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
What is an Air Fryer?
Air Fryers, simply put, are compact convection ovens. They circulate hot air around a basket that holds your food. I have a Hamilton Beach Air Fryer which is an easy-to-use countertop appliance that produces crispy food quickly with less fat than a deep fryer.
- Great Taste with Little to No Oil
- Fast Powerful Cooking
- Six Pre-Programmed Settings
- Easy to Clean
- Large Capacity
Looking for more recipes made with egg roll wrappers? Try my collection of Wonton Air Fryer Recipes.
New to Air Frying?
If you're just getting started with air frying, check out all the tips and tricks included in my Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners digital cookbook.
Included is everything you need to make delicious, crispy food without all the hassle.
Tips for using an Air Fryer
Achieve a crispy fried texture when cooking a variety of foods, from French fries to steak.
The electric air fryer is quick and easy to use with no preheating necessary. Select either a pre-programmed setting or a time and temperature up to 400 degrees.
One touch is all it takes to cook French fries, chicken, seafood, steak, baked goods and veggies.
Nonstick food basket is removable to easily hand wash. Large air fryer cooking basket holds 2.5 liters.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
ThermoPro TP03 Digital Instant Read MeatMore InformationHamilton Beach 2.6 Quart Digital AirMore InformationAir Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 800More InformationPorcelain Serving Platters Rectangular Trays WhiteMore Information4 Pieces Silicone Hot Handle HolderMore InformationCast Iron Skillet CleanerMore InformationCast Iron CleanerMore InformationStainless Steel Chainmail ScrubberMore Information
Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
- Won ton wrappers
- Coleslaw mix
- Soy sauce
- Butter
Recipe Variations and Substitutions
Changing the filling for this recipe is easy. Here are a few other options:
- Ground Pork
- Shrimp
- Lobster
- Chocolate - add a few pieces of your favorite chocolate or even candy bar to the wrappers!
- Cream Cheese - check out my recipe for Cream Cheese Wontons.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: In a large cast iron pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the coleslaw mix and cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until slightly softened. Drizzle in the soy sauce and continue cooking for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
Step 2: Take the pan off the heat and let the mixture cool completely before filling the wontons.
Top Tip
You can find wonton wrappers in the produce department of your grocery store. You'll usually find them near the tofu!
How to Form the Wontons
Step 3: Lay the wonton wrappers on top of a piece of parchment paper.
Step 4: In the center of each wonton wrapper, place a generous tablespoon of the cooled coleslaw mixture. This will ensure the wontons are evenly filled and easy to fold.
Step 5: Lightly moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper with water. This will help the wonton seal properly when folded.
How to Fold Wontons
Step 6: Fold the wonton wrapper in half diagonally, creating a triangle. Firmly press the edges together to seal, ensuring all air bubbles are removed.
Step 7: As you make each wonton, place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Keep the finished wontons covered with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out while you continue forming the rest.
How to Air Fry Wontons
Step 8: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Once it's heated up, lightly coat the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray and carefully place a single layer of wontons inside.
How Long to Air Fry Wontons
Step 9: Let cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the wontons are golden brown.
Look how crispy the wontons are! And there was no oil used at all!
Step 10: Repeat the process until all the wontons are cooked. Once cooked remove from the basket and lay them on a baking tray.
Serving Tips
Allow to cool before serving. We like to enjoy them with duck sauce, Homemade Fry Sauce or spicy hot mustard. They're delicious!
Before You Begin!
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How to Freeze Uncooked Wontons
One of the things I love about this recipe is that you can make them ahead of time if you're planning on serving them for company or a party celebration. Here are a few easy tips on how to freeze the wontons:
- After you have formed all the wontons, place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Place the tray in the freezer to flash freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Once frozen, store in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.
Cream Cheese Wontons in Air Fryer
You can fill the wontons with a cream cheese mixture. Which is how my son loves them. Check out my recipe for Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons!
More Easy Appetizer Recipes:
- Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
- Air Fryer Mini Ravioli Appetizer
- Homemade Queso Cheese Dip - no fake cheese!
- Mini Spinach and Bacon Quiche
- Air Fryer Pizza Monkey Bread
- Homemade Guacamole
- Zucchini Pizza Bites - low calorie and low carb!
📖 Recipe Card
Air Fryer Wontons Appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 package won ton wrappers
- 1 package coleslaw mix
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon butter
Equipment
Method
- In a large cast iron pan, melt the butter.
- Add coleslaw mix and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and continue cooking for another minute.
- Season with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool before assembling the wontons.
- Lay the wonton wrappers on top of a piece of parchment paper.
- Place about a tablespoon of the cooled coleslaw mixture in one corner of the wonton wrapper.
- Dip your finger in a small bowl filled with water and spread a very little amount of the water over the edges of the wonton.
- Fold one corner of the wonton wrapper catty-corner to the opposite corner creating a triangle shape pressing the sides together firmly squeezing out any air bubbles.
- Place on a baking tray that's been covered with parchment paper and cover with a damp paper towel while you continue forming the rest of the wontons, adding them to the tray and keeping covered also with the dampened paper towel.
- Preheat the air fryer by setting the temperature to 375 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray and add a few wontons to the basket and let cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the wontons are golden brown.
- Repeat the process until all the wontons are cooked.
- Once cooked remove from the basket and let cool before enjoying.
Nutrition
Notes
Freezing Tips:
- After you have formed all the wontons, place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Place the tray in the freezer to flash freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Once frozen, store in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.
Tried this recipe?
Let us know how it was!This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2018 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
alex pabalate says
I see that an air fryer can be used for many recipes....
Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food says
I totally have to show this post to my husband. He is Mr. Fry Daddy, but our deep fryer just broke. Lately, he's been all aboard the "let's eat healthier" train, so maybe I can convince him to opt for an Air Fryer! These wontons look absolutely scrummy!
Lois says
Let me know if you do get one! I think you'll enjoy it so much more than a traditional deep fryer. Thanks for visiting Michelle!
DeAnna Keller says
I would make chicken wings and French fries!
Wanda Tracey says
I would try some onion rings and chicken wings! YUMMO!
Kathryn Krueger says
I would make chicken tenders first.
Lois says
I still need to try those! Thanks for joining Kathryn!
Wanda Tracey says
I would make some onion rings and some chicken wings first in the air fryer.
June S. says
My husband does like having onion rings with dipping sauce for a snack every now and then, so I would make him some of his onion rings.
Lois says
Those sound yummy! Thanks for visiting!