CRISPY WANTONS WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE

Preparation & cooking time: 25–30 mins.

18–24 ready-made Wanton skins (from Oriental stores) oil for deep-frying

For the sauce:

1 tablespoon oil

2 tablespoons soft brown sugar

3 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon light soy sauce

1 tablespoon tomato sauce

3–4 tablespoons stock or water

pinch of MSG (optional)

1 tablespoon thick cornflour paste

Pinch the centre of each Wanton skin and twist around to form a floral shape.

Forming a floral shape.

Deep-fry the Wantons in moderately hot oil (160°C/325°F) for 1–2 minutes, or until crispy. Remove and drain.

To make the sauce: heat the oil in a wok or saucepan, add the sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, tomato sauce and stock or water; stir to blend well and bring to boil. Now add the MSG (if using) and thicken the sauce with the cornflour paste, making it smooth, and serve with the crispy Wanton skins.

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