If you love snacks that mix a little bit of everything, these air fryer crispy wonton nachos are for you. They take the fun of nachos and give them an Asian inspired twist.
Instead of tortilla chips, I use wonton wrappers that turn light and crispy in the air fryer. They make the perfect base for all the toppings.
The pork on top is savory and a little sweet, and the melted cheese ties it all together. It sounds fancy, but it is actually pretty simple to put together.
I like making these when friends come over because they always disappear fast. They also work great as an easy dinner when you want something different.
Once you try this combo, regular nachos might start to feel a little boring. Let me show you how to make them at home.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Super Crispy Base – The air fryer turns simple wonton wrappers into light, golden chips that stay crunchy with every single bite.
Sweet and Savory Pork – Soy sauce and hoisin coat the ground pork in a rich, sticky flavor that tastes amazing.
Melty Cheese Layer – Gooey mozzarella melts right over the top, tying every crispy chip and tasty topping together beautifully.
Creamy Spicy Drizzle – The sriracha mayo adds a smooth, tangy kick that balances the crunch and warm pork perfectly.
Ingredients
- 24 Wonton Wrappers
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 lb Ground Pork
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 Green Onions (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
How To Make
Step 1
Brush the wonton wrappers lightly with sesame oil on both sides and cut each in half diagonally. Preheat the air fryer to 350F and air fry the wonton triangles in batches for 4-5 minutes, until golden and crispy. Set aside.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground pork until browned and crumbled. Add the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant and saucy.
Step 3
Arrange the crispy wontons on an air fryer-safe pan or parchment-lined basket. Top with the seasoned pork and shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 4
Air fry at 370F for 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 5
Mix the sriracha and mayonnaise together and drizzle over the nachos. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while crispy.
Tips
Watch the Wonton Triangles Closely
These wonton triangles crisp up fast in the air fryer, so keep a close watch during the last minute.
They can go from golden to too dark in just a few seconds, so I start checking mine around the 3-minute mark.
My favorite trick here is to lay them in a single layer with a little space between each piece. If they overlap, the middle stays soft instead of getting crispy.
Go Easy on the Sesame Oil
You only need a thin, light coat of sesame oil on each wrapper.
Too much oil makes the wontons greasy and they won’t get that crunch you’re after.
I’ve found that a pastry brush gives you the most even layer. Both sides just need a quick swipe, nothing heavy.
Drain the Pork Before Adding the Sauce
After the ground pork is browned, spoon off the extra grease sitting in the pan.
If you leave all that fat in, it soaks into your crispy wontons later and turns them soggy.
Once it’s drained, stir in the soy sauce, hoisin, ginger, and garlic so the pork stays nicely coated and not oily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I air fry the wonton triangles ahead of time?
Yes, you can crisp up the wonton triangles a day early and store them in an airtight container at room temperature so they stay nice and crunchy.
Just wait to add the pork and cheese until right before serving, since those toppings can make the wontons go soft if they sit too long.
Air Fryer Crispy Wonton Nachos
- air fryer
- 24 Wonton Wrappers
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 lb Ground Pork
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 Green Onions (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
- Brush the wonton wrappers lightly with sesame oil on both sides and cut each in half diagonally. Preheat the air fryer to 350F and air fry the wonton triangles in batches for 4-5 minutes, until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground pork until browned and crumbled. Add the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant and saucy.
- Arrange the crispy wontons on an air fryer-safe pan or parchment-lined basket. Top with the seasoned pork and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Air fry at 370F for 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Mix the sriracha and mayonnaise together and drizzle over the nachos. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately while crispy.