My family loves wonton soup with tender dumplings simmered in a light and delicious broth. It’s one of the most comforting Chinese soups out there. Luckily, it’s easy to fold those bonnet-shaped wontons at home when I make fresh Wonton Soup. Let me show you how to wrap a wonton with my step-by-step tutorial so you can enjoy homemade dumplings anytime! Using prepared and packaged wonton wrappers is the easiest way to make them at home. You can purchase these square wrappers in most Asian grocery stores in the refrigerated section.
Ingredients You’ll Need
wonton filling — I use the filling recipe from my Shrimp and Pork Wonton Soup wonton wrappers — get the square wonton skins, not the round gyoza wrappers water — for sealing the wrappers
How to Wrap a Wonton
Shrimp and Pork Wonton Soup
How to Freeze Wontons for Later
You can wrap a big batch of wontons and freeze the uncooked dumplings to use anytime you get the craving! Here’s how:
Creative Ideas to Enjoy Wontons
Wontons are a versatile, nutritious food that you can serve in creative ways!
Deep-Fried — Deep-frying these dumplings is a great way to make a crunchy appetizer or snack. They always disappear when I serve them at dinner parties or family get-togethers!
Pan-Fried — Similar to Japanese potstickers called gyoza, pan-frying wontons works great to serve as a snack, side dish, or main dish. They’re delicious dipped in soy sauce or gyoza dipping sauce!
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