Inspired by the prominent flavors of Spanish Catalan cuisine, these savory stuffed and deep-fried wonton empanadas feature Phillips crab meat, smoky chorizo and cheese and are served alongside a smoky red pepper and sun-dried tomato sauce.
Recipe created by Lynn A. from Fremont, NE for the 2020 Phillips Recipe Challenge.
8 oz. Phillips Chef’s Select Crab Meat Blend
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
8 oz. fresh chorizo
1 cup diced onions
3 tsp. smoked paprika, divided
1 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 cup cooking sherry
8 oz. shredded cheddar jack cheese (substitute Manchego for an authentic Spanish touch)
salt and pepper to taste
36 wonton wrappers
canola oil
2 Tbsp. salt
Mojo Picante Romesco — Spanish Red Pepper and Almond Sauce
2 large jarred roasted red peppers (about 8 oz.)
1/3 cup drained and coarsely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. smoked paprika
½ tsp. salt
pinch of cayenne pepper
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