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Wonton Wrappers

Wonton Wrappers: Amazing 4 Uses


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  • Author: Angela
  • Total Time: N/A
  • Yield: Depends on usage
  • Diet: Vegetarian (if no egg)

Description

Wonton wrappers are thin, square dough sheets primarily made from wheat and water, often including cornstarch, eggs, and salt for improved texture. They are a fundamental component in Chinese cuisine, used for creating wontons, a versatile type of dumpling that can be boiled, fried, baked, steamed, or pan-fried. Their texture is soft and silky when cooked, absorbing flavors beautifully, or becomes golden and crispy when fried. Different styles like Shanghai-style (thicker, white), Hong Kong-style (thinner, yellow due to egg), and Japanese-style (thin, white, smaller) exist, each suited for specific dishes.


Ingredients

  • Wheat flour
  • Water
  • Cornstarch (optional)
  • Eggs (optional)
  • Salt (optional)

Instructions

  • No specific instructions for making wonton wrappers are provided, as the focus is on their use and characteristics.
  • To make wontons: Spoon filling into the center of a wrapper. Wet the edges with water. Fold into a triangle, then seal the sides.
  • Wonton wrappers can be used to make wontons for soup, shumai, fried wontons, wonton cups, or deconstructed wonton dishes.

Notes

  • Wonton wrappers are best stored in the freezer for up to three months if unopened.
  • Once opened, store unused wrappers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days, or freeze them tightly wrapped for up to a month.
  • Thaw frozen wrappers overnight in the fridge for optimal texture.
  • Avoid letting opened wrappers dry out, as they become difficult to work with.
  • If wrappers start to dry, they can be used in simple noodle soups or pan-fried into crispy toppings.
  • Prep Time: N/A
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Wrappers
  • Method: Boiling, Frying, Steaming, Baking, Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Varies by use
  • Calories: Varies by use
  • Sugar: Varies by use
  • Sodium: Varies by use
  • Fat: Varies by use
  • Saturated Fat: Varies by use
  • Unsaturated Fat: Varies by use
  • Trans Fat: Varies by use
  • Carbohydrates: Varies by use
  • Fiber: Varies by use
  • Protein: Varies by use
  • Cholesterol: Varies by use