Ingredients
24wonton wrappers
8ozcream cheese,softened
½tspsugar
½tsponion powder
1egg,beaten
oil,for frying
2tspchives,minced, optional
Preparation
Combine the cream cheese, sugar, and onion powder. Stir until well mixed.
Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface and drop a teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center. Brush the edges of the wonton with the egg.
Bring 2 opposite corners together in the middle of the wonton and pinch. Repeat with the other 2 corners and pinch to form a package shape.
Repeat with the remaining wontons and cream cheese until all are filled.
Heat 4 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F.
Fry 5 to 6 wontons at a time for 3 to 5 minutes, turning them as needed to make sure they brown evenly.
Drain the cooked wontons on paper towels and repeat the frying process with the remaining wontons.
Sprinkle with chives and serve immediately with a dipping sauce of choice.