1. Roast & Prep the Poblanos
Char poblanos over an open flame or under the broiler until blackened.
Place in a bowl, cover with plastic, and let steam 10 mins. Peel off skin, remove seeds, and dice.
2. Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix roasted poblanos, shredded cheese, cream cheese, cumin, garlic powder, salt & pepper.
3. Assemble the Wontons
Place 1 tsp filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
Brush edges with beaten egg, fold into triangles (or desired shape), and press to seal.
4. Bake or Air Fry
Oven method: Spray with oil, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 mins until golden.
Air fryer method: Spray, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 mins, flipping halfway.
5. Make the Jalapeño Soy Sauce
Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, jalapeño, garlic, and sesame oil.
6. Serve & Devour!
Plate wontons with sauce for dipping.
Garnish with cilantro & sesame seeds.
Pro Tips for Perfect Wontons
🔥 Extra crispy? Lightly spray with oil before baking.
🧀 Cheese swap: Queso fresco or pepper jack work too!
🌶 Spice control: Adjust jalapeño seeds for mild or fiery heat.
🍽 Make ahead: Assemble wontons and refrigerate (uncooked) for 1 day.
FAQs
Can I fry these instead?
Yes! Pan-fry in ½ inch oil until golden (about 2 mins per side).
How do I store leftovers?
Keep in the fridge for 3 days—reheat in the air fryer for best crispiness.
Can I freeze them?
Yes! Freeze unbaked wontons on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen (+5 extra mins).
Serving Ideas
🍻 Game day snack: Serve with cold beer
🥗 Appetizer spread: Pair with guacamole & salsa
🍜 Asian-Mex fusion: Add to a rice bowl with kimchi
Final Thoughts
These Chile Relleno Wontons are the ultimate party starter—crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The jalapeño soy sauce takes them to another level!
Warning: You’ll want to double the batch—they disappear FAST!