Jalapeno Poppers In A Wonton!

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) package small wonton wrappers
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 lb jalapeno, diced
• 1 cup monterey jack cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 quart oil (for frying)

Recipe

• 1 heat oil in a large heavy skillet or deep fryer to 360 degrees f (180 degrees c).
• 2 in a small bowl, mix together cream cheese, jalapenos, cheese, paprika, salt, and garlic powder.
• 3 place 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each wonton wrapper. fold the won ton wrapper over the stuffing to make a triangle or a half moon, depending on the shape of the won ton wrappers you have purchased. moisten the edges with a little water, and seal. place prepared won tons under a slightly moist paper towel until ready for frying.
• 4 add 3 or 4 wontons to the hot oil, and cook until golden brown, turning once. set aside on paper towels to drain. repeat until all wontons have been fried. serve hot.