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 -
Shumaila says
Oh my god, those look soooooooo good!!! Drooling all over the keyboard here!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thank you. I should have made more for our guests. They go quick. So easy to make and so easy to eat. Take Care, BAM
cravesadventure says
YUM!!!
promenadeplantings says
These ar ejust so pretty!
Kathleen Richardson says
If you were just a little closer, Bam, I'd surely drop by and bring a bottle of New York Finger Lake wine. Meanwhile, I think I'll make this recipe, pour a glass, and toast to you!
Healthy World Cuisine says
We sure can have a toast together from afar. It is 5'oclock somewhere in the world. 干杯 (Gambei!) Cheers in Chinese. Take Care, BAM
Jasline says
Wow Bobbi these looked amazing! I'm so impressed you kept your cool and managed to pull out such a delicious dish! I definitely won't be able to because I like things to be planned out properly and neatly. Amazing! Take care!
Healthy World Cuisine says
I think maybe you and I are born under the same sign? Virgo's like perfection. However, I have learned that always trying to have all my ducks in order at all times just causes me stress. So now just fly by the seat of my pants. That seems to be working out great as well. Take Care, BAM
Beth says
Sad to say, I'd probably panic. I like your idea better!
Healthy World Cuisine says
I have found over the years that very little ruffles my feathers. Maybe it is all the international moves that have toughened me up. I can tell you however, when I am relaxed and easy going so are my guests. I have seen your website Beth. I am certain you could whip up something very special in no time flat. Take care, BAM
Sawsan@ Chef in disguise says
You are so creative Bam
to come up with the idea and have it ready in 15 minutes is brilliant
I would totally panic if it happened to me
Healthy World Cuisine says
I felt like I was on that show... "Ready Set Cook." LOL
I had fun with it and my guests were so laid back, they are very easy to entertain for. I am hoping your weekend is full with fun and of course some yummy treats coming from your kitchen . Take Care, BAM
yummychunklet says
I've made those Parmesan crisps before. Great snack!
Healthy World Cuisine says
I sprinkled a little black pepper on the extra parmesan crisps and they were so yummy. Take care, BAM
Just A Smidgen says
You truly are a gourmet chef.. these are so pretty the way you've presented them!! And in no time at all, you've whipped up a tasty treat!!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks Smidge. I do not know if I would call myself gourmet. But your comment is very kind. I think as moms we do have to think very quick on our feet and multitasking is a requirement. I hope your weekend is blessed with some great family time. Take Care, BAM
Tandy says
Awesome dish! Wine makes life so much easier 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine says
Tandy, that should be our new slogan..."Wine makes life so much easier."!! Have a happy weekend. Take care, BAM
gardenfreshtomatoes says
Pure Genius! The wonton cups could serve so many purposes, and the parmesan crisps are always amazing...
Happy Easter Weekend!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks Marie. I think the wonton is the new phyllo dough! Happy Easter you and your family. i hope the Easter bunny is good to you... Take care, BAM
gardenfreshtomatoes says
I made the crisps last night for a friend who stopped by for a glass of wine...He suggested draping them over an upside-down custard cup while they're still warm. As they cool and harden, they turn into another cute little shell for serving appetizers!
We had 2 left over, and I crumbled them into our green salad at dinner.
We all toasted you, for reminding me that this was possible!
Healthy World Cuisine says
What a fantastic idea. I will toast to that! Take Care, BAM
Healthy World Cuisine says
Charles, I hope this note finds you well. I am all about recipe adaptation. Can you obtain phyllo sheets in your frozen food section? If you cannot find wonton wrappers this would work too. However, the wonton wrappers keep a really nice crunchy crust and are not greasy. Really nice option if you can find them. Hey on a side note, I am going to be popping through Paris at the end of May. Do you have any convenient located suggestions for a hotel near the Vendome area? Take care, BAM
Charles says
Inspired indeed - a fantastic idea. I need to get a hold of some wonton wrappers - I don't think they're that common here... maybe if I go to the asian supermarket in Paris!
Choc Chip Uru says
What a beautiful marriage between oriental and Italian my friend 🙂
Well done!
Happy Easter!
Choc Chip Uru
Healthy World Cuisine says
CCU your the first one to notice my little Asian Fusion! Thanks. Trust me it was not planned this recipe came from necessity. My fridge was so empty it was echoing... LOL Have a great Easter holiday. BAM
ASHLEA says
Looks like a perfect portable appetizer. I love little mini bites. And not to mention the combination of flavors. This is making me hungry!
Healthy World Cuisine says
Thanks for stopping by so that I could find your website. Looking forward to keeping in touch. Take Care, BAM