Wonton

About this dish

A wonton (also spelled wantan, wanton, or wuntun in transcription from Cantonese; Mandarin: húndun) is a type of dumpling commonly found in a number of Chinese cuisines. The most common filling is ground pork and shrimp with a small amount of flour added as a binder. The mixture is seasoned with salt, spices, and often garlic or finely chopped green onion. Factory-made, frozen varieties are sold in supermarkets. Commonly, they are handmade at the point of sale in markets or small restaurants by the proprietor while awaiting customers. In markets, they are sold by the unit, without being pre-cooked.