If you're a fan of Applebee's, you might have tried their famous Wonton Tacos. These tacos are a perfect combination of crispy wonton shells and savory fillings. They are a great appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed anytime. But did you know that you can make these delicious tacos at home? In this article, we will show you how to make Wonton Tacos Applebees style.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need for this recipe:
1 pound ground beef or chicken
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
24 wonton wrappers
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 Granny Smith apple, sliced thinly
1/4 cup red cabbage, shredded
1/4 cup carrots, shredded
Instructions
Here's how to make Wonton Tacos Applebees style:
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef or chicken, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix together the water chestnuts, green onions, cilantro, and canola oil. Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Place the wonton wrappers on a baking sheet and brush them with vegetable oil.
Bake the wonton wrappers for 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef or chicken mixture and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the water chestnut mixture to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Add the sesame oil mixture to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Assemble the tacos by placing a small amount of the ground beef or chicken mixture on top of each wonton wrapper.
Top each taco with a slice of apple, shredded red cabbage, and shredded carrots.
Drizzle the sriracha mayo over the tacos.
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 318
Protein: 14g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 595mg
Conclusion
Making Wonton Tacos Applebees style at home is easier than you might think. With just a few ingredients and some simple steps, you can enjoy these delicious tacos anytime. Whether you're entertaining guests or looking for a quick and easy snack, these tacos are sure to please. Give them a try and let us know what you think!