Arizona Juan Tons Wontons Recipe

Ingredients for Arizona Juan Tons Wontons

• 1 lb ground beef
• Onion
• Refried Beans
• Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup picante sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• Ground Cumin
• Wonton Skins
• Oil

How to Make Arizona Juan Tons Wontons

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium chopped onion. Cook, breaking up the beef, until the meat is browned and the onion is tender (about 8-10 minutes).
2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet and transfer the meat mixture to a large mixing bowl.
3. Stir in the 1 (15-ounce) can of rinsed and drained kidney beans, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup picante sauce, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Mix thoroughly.
4. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until well chilled. This allows the flavors to meld and makes the wontons easier to assemble.
5. Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place a slightly rounded teaspoon of the chilled beef mixture in the center of each wrapper.
6. Fold the bottom point of the wrapper over the filling and tuck it under to secure.
7. Fold in the side corners, creating an envelope shape.
8. Fold over the top corner to seal, and moisten with a drop of water to create a tight seal.
9. Heat the 2 cups vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
10. Carefully add a few wontons to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
11. Remove the wontons with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack or paper towel to drain excess oil.
12. Serve immediately with extra picante sauce for dipping. Leftovers can be reheated in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes.