Try these easy turkey wontons, a light and tasty appetizer made with fresh ingredients like ground turkey, cabbage, and ginger. Perfect for any occasion.

A single wonton dipped in chili sauce held delicately between wooden chopsticks, showing off its golden wrapper with a hint of spicy sauce dripping from the edge.

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This turkey wonton recipe is all about keeping things simple yet delicious. The balance of lean turkey, fresh cabbage, and ginger makes these wontons light enough for a snack but satisfying enough for a full meal. The best part? They can be customized easily with whatever ingredients or cooking method you prefer!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This turkey wonton recipe is not only simple, but it’s also light and versatile, making it great for a quick snack or appetizer. The filling is made from ground turkey mixed with fresh cabbage, scallions, and ginger, offering a balanced dish that’s not heavy. Turkey is a lean meat option, so you can feel good about serving these wontons at a family meal or gathering. Plus, you can adjust the seasoning or ingredients to fit your preferences or dietary needs. Whether steamed, fried, or added to soup, these turkey wontons are perfect for your recipe rotation.

What You’ll Need to Make Turkey Wontons

Ingredients for Turkey Wontons: ground turkey, scallion, garlic, lemon zest, fresh ginger, soy sauce, cabbage, oil, and wonton wrappers.

Ground Turkey: A lean and protein-rich filling for the wontons.
Scallions: Adds a subtle onion-like taste and freshness.
Garlic: Provides an aromatic depth to the filling.
Lemon Zest: Brightens the filling with a touch of citrus.
Fresh Ginger: Offers a slightly spicy warmth and freshness.
Light Soy Sauce: Adds a bit of saltiness and umami.
Grated Cabbage: Adds texture and crunch to the filling.
Canola Oil or Sesame Oil: Used to give a slight richness to the filling.
Water: Helps with sealing the wonton wrappers.
Wonton pastry: 1 pack containing 30 square-shaped wrappers.

How to Make Turkey Wontons

Ready to make something comforting? Try our turkey wontons! They’re quick, easy, and packed with wholesome ingredients. We’ll guide you step-by-step, from preparing the filling to folding the wontons. Your kitchen will smell incredible!

Check out our handy guide with step-by-step photos to help you along the way.

Ingredients for turkey wontons: ground turkey, scallion, garlic, lemon zest, ginger, soy sauce, cabbage, and oil, ready to be mixed in a bowl.

Ingredients for turkey wontons: ground turkey, scallion, garlic, lemon zest, ginger, soy sauce, cabbage, and oil, mixed in a bowl.

1. Prepare the Filling

Start by finely chopping the scallion, mincing the garlic, and grating the ginger and lemon zest. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped scallion, minced garlic, lemon zest, ginger, light soy sauce, grated cabbage, and oil. Mix everything well until fully combined. This is your wonton filling.

A square wonton pastry on a surface with a small amount of turkey filling in the center, ready to be folded.

Folding turkey wontons: a squared wonton pastry with a small amount of filling in the center, sealed into a triangle shape on a surface.

2. Filling the Wonton Wrappers

Lay out your wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the centre of each wrapper. Be careful not to overfill, as this can make the wontons difficult to seal.

3. Sealing the Turkey Wontons

Dip your finger into the water and run it along the edges of the wonton wrapper. Fold the wrapper diagonally to form a triangle, pressing firmly to seal the edges. Ensure there are no air bubbles inside. You can leave the wontons as triangles or fold the two outer corners together to create a classic wonton shape.

Perfectly folded turkey wontons arranged and ready to be cooked.

Folded turkey wontons cooking in a pot of simmering water.

4. Cooking the Wontons

There are a few different ways to cook the wontons:

Steamed: Place the wontons in a steamer basket and steam for 5-6 minutes until the turkey is fully cooked.
Fried: Heat some oil in a pan and fry the wontons for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Boiled: Drop the wontons into boiling water or broth and cook for 4-5 minutes.

A full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions

Ground Turkey: You can swap the turkey for ground chicken, pork, or even a plant-based alternative.
Cabbage: If you don’t have cabbage, you can use finely chopped spinach or bok choy for a similar texture.
Soy Sauce: If you need a gluten-free option, replace the soy sauce with tamari.
Canola Oil: You can substitute this with any neutral oil like vegetable oil or use sesame oil for added flavour.

Light and tasty turkey wontons on a plate, accompanied by small bowls of soy sauce and chili sauce, with wooden chopsticks nearby.

Variations

Spicy Wontons: Add a teaspoon of chilli flakes or sriracha to the filling for a little heat.
Herbed Wontons: Mix in some fresh cilantro or parsley for a bright, herbaceous taste.
Wonton Soup: Instead of serving the wontons on their own, cook them in chicken broth to make a light wonton soup. Add veggies like bok choy and mushrooms for a heartier meal.
Baked Wontons: For a healthier alternative, bake the wontons in the oven until crispy instead of frying.

How to store your turkey wontons

Refrigerator: Store any uncooked wontons in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just cover them tightly with plastic wrap.
Freezer: To freeze, arrange the wontons in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag or airtight container. Frozen wontons will keep for up to 3 months. You can cook them directly from frozen; just add an extra minute or two to the cooking time.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought wonton wrappers?
Yes, store-bought wonton wrappers are a convenient option and work perfectly for this recipe.

How do I prevent my wontons from sticking?
If you’re steaming or boiling wontons, make sure to lightly grease the steamer basket or stir the boiling water occasionally to prevent sticking.

Can I make wontons ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the wontons ahead of time and either refrigerate or freeze them before cooking.

Do I have to use fresh ginger?
Fresh ginger is best for flavour, but you can substitute it with ground ginger if needed. Use about 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger for this recipe.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these turkey wontons with your favourite dipping sauce. You can go classic with soy sauce or mix up a quick dipping sauce with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a bit of chilli oil.
For a full meal, serve the wontons with a simple green salad or as part of an appetizer platter with other finger foods like spring rolls or dumplings.

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