Description
Crispy wonton chips loaded with zesty Italian sausage, melted cheeses, and tangy pepperoncini create a mouthwatering fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors. Guests will devour these crunchy, flavor-packed nachos that promise a delightful twist on traditional appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground Italian pork sausage
- 1 pepperoni, sliced
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Base and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 package wonton wrappers, cut into triangles (slice in half diagonally)
- Pepperoncini or banana peppers, to taste
- 0.5 cup marinara sauce for dipping
- Vegetable or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Transform ground Italian sausage into a savory crumble by sizzling it in a skillet over robust heat. Ensure complete browning and a crumbly texture, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Transfer the cooked meat to a separate dish, allowing it to cool and rest.
- Create crispy wonton chips by slicing wrappers into precise triangular shapes. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan until shimmering and hot. Gently lower wonton triangles into the oil, frying each side until achieving a perfect golden-brown hue. Use tongs to carefully remove chips, placing them on absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Prepare for baking by heating the oven to 375℉. Arrange a single strategic layer of wonton chips across a spacious baking sheet. Scatter pepper jack cheese evenly, followed by the cooled sausage crumbles. Distribute pepperoni slices with precision, then sprinkle pepperoncini for a tangy kick. Crown the layers with a generous blanket of shredded mozzarella.
- Slide the loaded baking sheet into the preheated oven. Monitor the nachos as cheese melts and transforms into a bubbling, slightly bronzed topping. Remove when the cheese reaches a perfect molten consistency, typically around 5 minutes.
- Let the nachos rest momentarily after removing from the oven, allowing cheese to set slightly. Serve immediately while still warm and crisp, ready to be devoured with enthusiasm.
Notes
- Crispy wonton chips transform traditional nachos into an unexpected Italian-inspired appetizer.
- Customize spice levels by choosing mild or hot Italian sausage for personalized flavor intensity.
- Serve immediately after baking to maintain maximum crunch and enjoy the melted cheese’s gooey texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg