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)Quick facts
Where to find wonton wrappers: 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.
- In Chinese
- 馄饨皮
- British (UK) term
- Wonton wrappers
- en français
- feuilles de wonton
- en español
- envoltorios de wonton
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 |
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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.
Steamed Shao-Mai Dumplings with Young Ginger
Pork and ginger dumplings shaped into open-topped cups, topped with diced carrot for color, and steamed for 20 minutes. A classic Chinese shao mai dim sum recipe you can make at home in 30 minutes.
Steamed Dumplings filled with Shiitake Mushrooms
Another kind of dumplings, steamed dumplings, but still a popular recipe too!
Fried Wild Game Ravioli
Fried wild game ravioli stuffed with duck, pheasant, leeks, praline, sour cherries, and demi-glace, finished with a Frangelico hazelnut butter. A restaurant-caliber game dish.
Eggplant Wonton Soup
Serve with Carrot Slaw and Pine Nut and Orange Wild Rice Salad for a lunch meal.
Easy Cheese & Shrimp Gyozas (East/West)
Pan-fried shrimp and Monterey Jack gyozas with Chinese sausage, water chestnuts, and ginger, served in a silky lime cream sauce. East-West fusion dumplings that freeze beautifully.
Gingery Steamed Dumplings
Easy steamed dumplings made with a shortcut filling of vegetarian sausage, fresh ginger, and soy, wrapped in wonton wrappers and steamed in minutes. A beginner-friendly way to make dumplings at home.
Crab Rangoon
Crab rangoon delivers crackly golden wonton shells stuffed with a cool, creamy blend of crab, cream cheese, scallions, and mayo. This crispy fried Chinese-takeout appetizer comes together fast and disappears even faster at the party table.
Crispy Wonton & Goat Cheese Salad
Crispy wonton stack with herbed goat cheese, mixed greens, hearts of palm, and cherry tomatoes tossed in Dijon vinaigrette. Restaurant-style composed salad starter.
Korean Wontons
Crispy Korean-style fried wontons stuffed with seasoned ground beef, bean sprouts, green pepper, and sesame oil. Golden, crunchy appetizers with a savory soy-sesame filling.
Crab Won Tons with Blackberry Szechuan Sauce
Crispy fried crab wontons with spinach and cream cheese, served with a sweet-spicy blackberry Szechuan dipping sauce. A stunning fusion appetizer that bridges East and West.
Asian Shrimp Dumplings
Delicate open-top dumplings filled with plump shrimp, water chestnuts, and aromatic seasonings. These steamed parcels showcase fresh seafood with a satisfying bite that's easier to make than traditional pleated dumplings.
Thai Chicken Salad
Crunchy Thai chicken salad with crispy wonton strips, bean sprouts, and peanuts tossed in a zesty lime-fish sauce dressing with fresh mint, basil, and lemongrass.
Chinese Tacos
Crispy fried wonton wrappers stuffed with curried pork, Chinese mushrooms, celery, and onion. These bite-sized Chinese tacos make an irresistible appetizer or party snack.
Chinese: Basic Won Ton
Homemade wontons filled with ground pork, chopped shrimp, Chinese mushrooms, and crunchy water chestnuts, seasoned with oyster sauce and soy. Includes step-by-step folding instructions for beginners.
Deep-Fried Wonton Cookies (Teem Gok)
Teem gok: deep-fried wonton cookies filled with dried fruit, coconut, almonds, and brown sugar. Crispy Chinese dessert wontons golden-fried in minutes.
Basic Won Ton
Handmade pork and shrimp wontons with Chinese mushrooms and water chestnuts. Crunchy, savory, and loaded with umami, this classic filling recipe includes step-by-step folding instructions for picture-perfect dumplings.
Italian Envelopes
Italian envelopes are fried wonton wrappers stuffed with ricotta, salami, mozzarella, and oregano, topped with Parmesan. A crispy, cheesy Italian-Asian fusion appetizer.
Sweet Corn Ravioli
Homemade ravioli made easy with wonton wrappers, stuffed with a creamy shrimp and fresh sweet corn filling. Poached in minutes, these little parcels burst with summery flavor.
Baked Vegetable & Seafood Won Tons
Crispy baked wontons stuffed with a creamy ricotta and crab filling seasoned with vegetable soup mix and garlic. All the crunch of fried wontons without the deep fryer.
Asian Colorful Broccoli Salad
Asian flavors, soy sauce, garlic and ginger blend beautifully in this marinated cold salad. Lots of healthy ingredients along with solid flavor. The crispy fried wontons add a nice crunch.
Mr. Food's Easy Wonton Soup- 1/23/96
Easy wonton soup shortcut: ground pork, chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, mushrooms, and wonton wrappers cut into strips instead of folded. Ready in 40 minutes.
Chicken Dumplings with Orange Dipping Sauce
Crispy pan-fried chicken dumplings stuffed with napa cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, and ginger served with a sweet-tangy orange marmalade dipping sauce. A lighter homemade potsticker you can prep ahead.
Fried Wontons with Orange Dipping Sauce
Crispy fried wontons stuffed with pork, shrimp, and napa cabbage, pan-fried in peanut oil and glazed with teriyaki. Served with a sweet orange marmalade dipping sauce.
Easy Chicken Ravioli
Easy chicken ravioli made with wonton wrappers, ground chicken, and cream cheese filling. Boils in just 4 minutes, freezes for up to 3 months. A 25-minute weeknight dinner for 4.
BBQ Sauce Crab Rangoon
Crab Rangoon stuffed with crab meat, cream cheese, garlic, and a savory hit of steak sauce, then deep-fried golden in folded wontons. Served hot with Chinese mustard and sweet red sauce for dipping.
