Steamed Wonton Purses

Steamed Wonton Purses

Ingredients:
WONTONS
1/2 lb. ground turkey or beef
1 egg
2 T soy sauce
1 1/2 T asian seasoning mix
1 T plain dry bread crumbs
1 garlic clove, pressed
16 square wonton skins

SAUCE
1/4 C rice vinegar
2 T soy sauce
1 T asian seasoning mix
1 garlic clove, pressed


Directions:
For wontons, combine all ingredients except skins. Spray steamer with cooking spray. Place wonton skins on smooth side of cutting board. Scoop about 1 T into the center of each wonton. Lightly brush outer edges with water. Bring corners up toward center. Pinch centes to seal and place into steamer. Boil 3 C water in skillet. Reduce heat to simmer and place steamer into skillet. Cover. Cook wontos 5-7 minutes or until thermometer reads 160 degrees. For sauce, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well. Transfer wontons onto serving platter. Add sauce if desired.

Cooks tip:
Asian Seasoning Mix substitution
1 (1 inch) fresh ginger root, peeled and finely grated
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

Seasoning mix in the sauce
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger root
1 tsp. toasted sesame oil

(Recipe from Pampered Chef: Season's Best~ Spring Summer 2009)