Ingredients
- 8 ounces country ham, sliced paper-thin
- 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 2 teaspoons Tupelo Honey BBQ Dry Rub (recipe follows)
- 24 wonton wrappers
Tupelo Honey BBQ Dry Rub
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 1/2 cup chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground white pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
Country Ham & Cheese Wontons
Ok, these are just plain fun! And mouth-watering. They are absolutely perfect when paired with mimosas for a brunch gathering. Or sip a little Southern Comfort with these.
MAKES 24 WONTONS
Directions
Fry the country ham slices in a 350°F deep fryer for 30-40 seconds, or bake at 350°F for 8 minutes, until slightly crispy. Let the ham slices cool slightly and then cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Place the cream cheese, chives, ham, and BBQ rub in a bowl and combine.
Remove the wonton wrappers from the package and lay them (a few at a time) on a cutting board. Do not overlap. Place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each wrapper, about 1/2 inch away from the edges. Use your finger or a pastry brush to lightly “paint” two adjacent sides of each wrapper with water. Gently fold the two dry sides to meet with the wet sides, forming a triangle. Press together firmly to create a seal, and gently press the finished wonton to flatten it a little.
Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, or cook immediately. Note that wonton wrappers are fragile and occasionally tear. If that happens, remove the filling from the damaged wonton, grab another wrapper, and carry on.
Three Options for Cooking
(Preferred) Place the wontons in a 350°F deep fryer for roughly 2 minutes or until golden brown. (Be careful not to crowd them.) Remove from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack with paper towel underneath. Repeat with the remaining wontons.
Or: Place 1/2 cup canola (or similar) oil in a skillet and heat to just below high. Add the wontons, without overcrowding the pan, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown, carefully flipping to cook both sides for a total of 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat this process with the remaining wontons.
Or: Place the wontons on a baking sheet and in a 400°F oven for 7 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
Tupelo Honey BBQ Dry Rub
Directions
To make the rub, combine the sugar and all of the spices in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk until well blended. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 1 month.