Garlic Prawn Salad Wonton Cups Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• STEP 2.Brush wonton wrappers with melted butter and press them into a mini muffin tin to form cups.
• STEP 3.Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 4.In a pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
• STEP 5.Add prawns and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.
• STEP 6.In a bowl, combine cooked prawns, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, sliced spring onions, and chopped cilantro.
• STEP 7.In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to make the dressing.
• STEP 8.Pour the dressing over the prawn mixture and toss to coat.
• STEP 9.Spoon the prawn salad into the wonton cups and garnish with additional cilantro.
• STEP 10.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to brush the wonton wrappers with melted butter to ensure they become crispy.
• You can customize the salad by adding other vegetables like shredded carrots or sliced radishes.
• For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
• If you prefer a spicier salad, you can also add some chopped jalapenos or chili peppers.
• To make ahead, you can prepare the wonton cups and the prawn salad separately and assemble them just before serving.

Storage and Serving

• These garlic prawn salad wonton cups are best served immediately to maintain their crispiness.
• If you have any leftovers, store the wonton cups and prawn salad separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
• The wonton cups can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to regain their crispiness.
• When ready to serve, spoon the prawn salad into the wonton cups and garnish with fresh cilantro.
• These wonton cups make a great appetizer for parties or a light and refreshing snack.