What is your usual response when you have unexpected guests due to arrive in less than 30 minutes?
Panic? Heck no, that call is usually just my cue to pour a myself a glass of wine to get the party started.
So let's do a little check we have some wine, CHECK. A little vodka, mixers and even some lemons and limes.- CHECK. A few beers- CHECK. Now lets see where we are with the snacks?...
Now everyone usually has at least one little snack like nuts, pretzels, or popcorn right? Well when you have teenagers all snacks just immediately evaporate. I have no idea where they put it but it must disintegrate upon entrance to the home. Thank goodness they are not allowed drink the wine and beer or that would be gone too.
Of all days, I have the worst "Mother Hubbard's Cupboard". No time to run to the store. Hmmm.
So, lets take a look in the fridge and freezer...
What can I make with wonton wrappers, sausage, Gailan, and Parmesan cheese? Then after my first half glass of wine, the inspiration came. A savory appetizer of Italian sausage and gailan in a baked wonton cup garnished with Parmesan crisps?
Seriously from initial idea to garnishing. I had this little wonder on the table is less than 15 minutes.
Italian Sausage and Gailan in Baked Wonton Cups Garnished with Parmesan Crisps
Serves 4 adults or 1 hungry teenager as a snack.
- 12 jiaozi or wonton wrappers
- spray oil
- ½ pound of ground mild italian sausage or spicy Italian Sausage
- 2 cloves chopped garlic
- ½ chopped small onion
- 1 Large handful of Gailan chopped (Chinese broccoli or Kale would be nice too)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 dollop of oyster sauce
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese (garnish)
Step 1: Refill your wine glass so you can be a happy host or hostess.
Step 2: Preheat oven to 190 degrees Celsius.
Step 3: Spray your muffin or cupcake tin with spray oil and place one jiaozi or wonton wrapper in each.
Step 4: Bake for about 5-7 minutes or until crispy golden brown.
Step 5: While your wontons are baking, in a medium pan sprayed lightly with oil, add onions and garlic and saute and then add sausage. Cook sausage until browned and then add chopped Gailan, season to taste with salt and pepper and then add oyster sauce. Cook until Gailan are still bright green but slightly tender. Remove pan from heat and set aside.
Step 6: Remove baked wontons from oven and set aside.
Step 7: On a pre-greased baking sheet, place one tablespoon of grated parmesan cheese about 4 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown and lacy. (Make at least 4- 5 parmesan crisps as they good plain for snacking and to be used as your garnish)
Step 8: Carefully remove baked wonton wrappers from cupcake baking trays and set on serving tray.
Step 9: Place one scoop of the Italian sausage and gailan into each wonton cup.
Step 10: Remove the Parmesan crisps from oven when they are golden. Let cool a minute or 2 and then cut into quarters for garnishing.
Step 11: Garnish Italian Sausage and Gailan Appetizer Cups Garnished with Parmesan Crisps and bring out to enjoy with your guests while they are still hot and yummy.
Step 12: Pour yourself another glass of wine. Dim the lights as your house might be tad messy but who cares as the food is great, they have a relaxed and friendly host and you created a fantastic little appetizer in no time flat.
Have a fun and relaxing weekend.
Take care,
BAM
Ingredients
- wonton wrappers -
- gailan -
- parmesean cheese -
- italian sausage -
- oyster sauce -
- garlic -
- onion -
e.marie says
i love the parm crisps! such a wonderful addition...
Healthy World Cuisine says
Me too!!! Actually I made some extra as they are great as snack all alone too. So easy, and if you add a dash of black pepper just before baking it makes it really yummy. Take care, BAM
ChgoJohn says
These appetizers would make the perfect nibbles for cocktails before going out for a night on the town. Great idea and recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Healthy World Cuisine says
You hit is spot on John! Thanks for your lovely comments. I hope your weekend is grand. Take Care, BAM
thecompletecookbook says
Wow, what an impressive snack! Scrumptious.
🙂 Mandy
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks Mandy. Have a great weekend.
The Mouse says
Wow!
Purely.. Kay says
I love those wonton cups.. you can just stuff them with anything. But I love the italian sausage you've stuffed them with. Delish!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Wonton or jiaozi wrappers are a great thing to store in your freezer as they are so versatile. They also take up very little freezer space. Have a great weekend.
Karen says
I can't imagine what you would have whipped up in say an hour or so. Your appetizers are very impressive.
Healthy World Cuisine says
Karen thanks for your sweet comment. All I can say is I should have made more of these as they went really fast. I posted your stuffed mushroom on pin interest and wow there has been lots of re-pinning and likes it was a big hit! Everyone wants to try it. Take Care and have a super weekend. BAM
Karen says
Thank you so much Bam...I really appreciate your thoughtfulness.
samology says
wow really really?!?! This is soooo creative! I can't believe you whipped this up so quickly! That's the definition of an awesome chef, someone able to innovate! 🙂
samology says
oh and I love how you mentioned that it serves 4 adults / 1 hungry teenager. hahaha..
Healthy World Cuisine says
Hello Sam! You are so sweet. I really had no idea if it was going to pull together or not, but if I just keep the liquids flowing to my guests they will think anything is great. LOL It was a happy accident. I think the you could really stuff anything into these little wonton cups. Maybe grilled veggies and feta or how about pasta and little miniature meatballs with marinara sauce. The sky is the limit.
Anonymous says
You should make sure to prepare this when your whoile family is hime to enjoy!!!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Dear Mr. Anonymous, when exactly would that be....?
Janae says
I am stunned! For having just 30 minutes, that is quite an impressive appetizer! I think something like that would take me hours (not that I could even think it up to begin with!).
Healthy World Cuisine says
I think it was the wine. It helps the creative juices flow. LOL
Courtney says
Wow, that looks awfully fancy for 15 minutes! I am very impressed - and I bet your guests were, too.
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks Courtney. They were gobbled up in less than 5 minutes. I should have made more...
Baker Bettie says
What perfect little party treats! So creative and they look delicious too!
My panic would set in for sure if guests were due to arrive in 30 minutes. Not because of the cooking, but because I'm sure my house would be cluttered as it usually is... Sigh.
Healthy World Cuisine says
Dear Kristin, thank you for your lovely comment.
Do not worry, Real friends come to visit you, not your house. Take care, BAM
chefconnie says
what a beutiful appetizer. Love the frico.
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thank you Chef Connie for stopping by. I am on way over to your website now. Take Care, BAM
Jeno says
Oh My Goodness Bam, this is amazing! I would be the one that PANIC when guests show up unexpected, though surely you are such a creative and seasoned cook, having company last minute is no problem at all! I always love hearing people pouring themselves a glass and wine and get the party started, it exudes confidence in my book for some reason... 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thank you.
I am sure you know the whole drill on quick prep upon unexpected guest arrival, dim the lights, light a candle and shut all the bedroom doors that have all your junk pilled in it. I always think that my close friends come to visit me, not my house. Trust me after a glass of their favorite spirits and a some yummy bites they could care less about the mess. After all they come to visit you. Jeno do you have more than one website? What book is the book you are writing about? Take care, BAM
zestybeandog says
Looks oh so good! Like I said before Bam I want to come live with you! I feel like I could eat a gazillion ....ok maybe 10
Healthy World Cuisine says
Any time Jen, Just let me know your flight arrival time...
I think you are right, I should have made more. Only 3 per person, not quite enough and when you have growing teenager boys joining the event.
Baking with Sibella says
Oh my goodness, this looks fantastic! You are so inventive Bobbi! 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks Sibella. I think the wine inspired me. LOL
Baking with Sibella says
Hhaha, you go Bobbi! 😀