Fried Wontons with Sweet and Sour Sauce
Fried Wontons with Sweet and Sour Sauce are a popular appetizer featuring crispy, deep-fried dumplings filled with a savory mixture, typically ground pork and seasonings, served with a tangy, sweet dipping sauce. This dish is a staple in Chinese cuisine and has become a beloved item in Chinese-American and other Asian fusion restaurants worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the deep-fried wrapper and the sugary sauce, with a moderate amount of protein from the pork filling. A typical serving of 4-6 wontons with sauce can range from 300 to 450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 10 pieces (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The sweet and sour sauce itself has a fascinating history, with its origins tracing back to ancient Chinese culinary techniques that balanced flavors, and it's now a globally recognized condiment that perfectly complements the rich, crispy wontons.
