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Air Fryer Wonton Crisps With Pineapple and Peanut Salad - Fresh, Crunchy, and Fast

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Wonton wrappers (square, about 20–24 pieces)
  • Neutral oil (avocado, canola, or grapeseed; 2–3 tablespoons)
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • Garlic powder or five-spice powder (optional, for seasoning)
  • Fresh pineapple, diced (about 3 cups; canned works in a pinch, drained well)
  • English cucumber, diced (1 cup)
  • Red bell pepper, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
  • Red onion or shallot, thinly sliced (1/4 cup)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (1/2 cup lightly packed)
  • Fresh mint, chopped (1/4 cup, optional but great)
  • Roasted peanuts, roughly chopped (1/2 cup)
  • Lime juice (2–3 limes, about 1/4 cup)
  • Fish sauce (1–2 tablespoons) or soy sauce for a vegetarian option
  • Honey or maple syrup (1–2 teaspoons)
  • Rice vinegar (1 tablespoon)
  • Sesame oil (1 teaspoon)
  • Chili flakes, fresh chili, or sambal oelek (to taste)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Prep the wonton wrappers: Stack 5–6 wrappers at a time and slice into triangles or strips. Keep them covered with a slightly damp towel so they don’t dry out while you work.
  2. Season and oil: In a large bowl, toss the cut wrappers with 2 tablespoons neutral oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder or five-spice if you like. Coat evenly but don’t drench them.
  3. Air fry in batches: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes. Arrange wrappers in a single layer (they can touch a bit, but don’t stack). Cook for 3–5 minutes, shaking halfway, until lightly golden and crisp. Watch closely—wontons go from pale to browned fast. Transfer to a wire rack and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
  4. Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce (or soy), honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili. Taste and adjust. You want a balance of tangy, salty, sweet, and heat. If your pineapple is very sweet, add a touch more lime or vinegar.
  5. Build the salad: In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, and mint. Add the chopped peanuts, reserving a little for garnish. Pour over the dressing and gently toss to coat. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes so the flavors settle.
  6. Serve: Pile the salad into a low bowl or platter. Scatter with remaining peanuts and sesame seeds if using. Serve the air-fried wonton crisps on the side for scooping, or tuck a few around the salad for crunch.