How to Make Wonton Wrappers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Wonton wrappers are thin sheets of dough commonly used in Chinese cuisine for making dumplings and other savory or sweet snacks. They are made from a simple mixture of flour, water, and salt, and can be easily made or purchased from your local grocery store.

These versatile little squares of dough can be filled with a wide variety of ingredients, such as ground pork, shrimp, vegetables, or even sweet fillings like custard or chocolate. Once filled, they can be steamed, boiled, or frie...

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Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup water, or more as needed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 72
  • Yield: 72 wonton wrappers

  • Beat egg in a medium bowl. Mix in 1/3 cup water.
  • Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and slowly pour in egg and water. Mix well. If the mixture is too dry, increase the amount of water 1 teaspoon at a time until a pliable dough has formed.
  • Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until elastic. Cut dough into two separate balls. Cover dough balls with a damp cloth for a minimum of 10 minutes.
  • Cut each ball into four equal pieces. Roll the pieces into 10 1/2x10 1/2-inch squares. Then cut each square into nine 3 1/2x3 1/2-inch squares for a total of 72 wonton wrappers.
  • Use in any wonton recipe.
  • Nutrition

    14 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 17mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 5mg