What Are Wonton wrappers and How Can I Use Them?
Wonton wrappers is easier to cook with than it looks. Here's how to choose, use, and store them, what to substitute, and 63 recipes to get you started.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 oz (28g)Where found
Wonton wrappers are usually found in the asian section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Wonton wrappers are a member of the Baked Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much do wonton wrappers weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 28 grams |
| 1 wrapper, eggroll (7" square) | 32 grams |
| 1 wrapper, wonton (3-1/2" square) | 8 grams |
Related
Baked Products
| In Chinese: | 馄饨皮 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | feuilles de wonton | |
| en español: | envoltorios de wonton |
Recipes using wonton wrappers
There are 63 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Homemade Spring Rolls
Everybody likes spring rolls.This recipe is very easy to make and tastes delicious. Try it!
Veggie Jiao Zi (Chinese Dumpling) Soup
A light yet delicious Chinese dumpling soup. The dumpings are made with several kinds of veggies, smoked tofu, shiitake mushrooms, water chest nuts, and black fungus, tossed with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil. Simply wrap it up with store-bought wonton or dumpling wraps.
Cream Cheese Crab Rangoon
Wonton appetizers stuffed with crab, cream cheese and a touch of soy sauce.
Crispy Wontons
Golden, shatteringly crisp pork wontons filled with seasoned ground pork, water chestnuts, ginger, and green onions. Deep-fried in minutes and served with sweet and sour sauce or hot mustard.
Chevre & Portabello Mushroom Tarts
Mini-mushroom and cheese stuffed tartlettes, perfect for finger food as a snack for guests or just to treat yourself. Using prepared wonton wraps makes it quick and easy to create a fancy look that tastes great.
Amazing Shrimp Wonton Soup
An authentic Chinese Shrimp Wonton soup. Prepared wonton wrappers make preparation easy.
Creole Style Tomato Soup with Goat's Cheese Dumplings
Creole tomato soup simmered with fresh tomatoes and cream, topped with crispy fried goat cheese wonton dumplings. A restaurant-worthy bowl with serious wow factor.
Leftover Turkey Salad with Chili Lime Dressing
Adding some fresh vegetables with some chili lime dressing makes this leftover turkey salad taste so flavorful and refreshing.
Gow Gees
Gow gees are crispy fried Chinese dumplings filled with pork, shrimp, dried mushrooms, and scallions. Served with classic homemade sweet and sour sauce. Makes 48 for a crowd.
Wontons
Tofu wontons with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil filling, ready for deep frying or boiling in soup. Freezer-friendly for up to 2 months.
Steamed Open Dumplings
Steamed open dumplings (siu mai) with ground pork, ham, ginger, and sesame oil in wonton wrappers. A classic dim sum favorite you can make at home with a simple steamer setup.
Fried Won Tons
Crispy fried wontons stuffed with ground pork, minced prawns, dried mushrooms, and water chestnuts. A classic Chinese appetizer that fries golden in 2 minutes and freezes beautifully for make-ahead entertaining.
Fried Shrimp Won Ton Soup with Smoked Ham
Fried shrimp wonton soup with crispy golden wontons, a cornstarch-thickened chicken broth, silky egg white ribbons, and smoky Smithfield ham garnish. A banquet-style Chinese soup.
Seasoned Tempeh Filling in a Steamed Wonton Skin.
Vegetarian steamed wontons filled with seasoned tempeh, mushrooms, scallions, and ginger in a tamari-honey glaze. Serve with sweet and sour sauce for a plant-based dim sum appetizer.
Asparagus Won Tons
Crispy fried asparagus won tons stuffed with chopped asparagus and water chestnuts. A crunchy, golden appetizer ready in 25 minutes. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.
Shu Mei
Steamed ground turkey dumplings (shu mai) with ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and scallions in wonton wrappers. Served with a tangy fish sauce, vinegar, and chili dipping sauce. Makes 40 bite-sized gems.
Steamed Dumplings
Pork and napa cabbage dumplings seasoned with soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, and sherry, wrapped in wonton skins and steamed in a bamboo steamer. Homemade Chinese dumplings in 30 minutes.
Steamed Seafood Dumplings
Steamed seafood dumplings wrap a delicate shrimp-and-scallop filling with garlic, ginger and crunchy water chestnuts in wonton skins, then steam them light and tender. Served with a duck sauce and hot mustard dip.
Won Ton in Oyster Sauce
Boiled wontons tossed in oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and sesame oil with green onion garnish. A quick 10-minute Chinese appetizer or side dish with bold umami flavor.
Date Fried Won Ton
Crispy fried won tons filled with chopped dates and walnuts. A sweet three-ingredient appetizer or dessert with a crunchy shell and sticky fruit-nut center.
Chinese Chicken Salad in Wun Tun Baskets
Marinated shredded chicken with toasted almonds and scallions served in crispy deep-fried wonton wrapper baskets over shredded lettuce. A show-stopping appetizer or party platter that looks as good as it tastes.
Sui Mai Pork Dumplings
Steamed sui mai pork dumplings with dried mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and sesame oil wrapped in wonton skins. This classic dim sum recipe makes 30 bite-sized dumplings that rival your favorite Chinese restaurant.
Tofu Triangles
Crispy deep-fried tofu triangles stuffed with curried tofu, mushrooms, and ginger in wonton wrappers. A fusion appetizer that's part samosa, part wonton, and totally addictive. Makes 30.
