Learn how to make homemade wonton wrappers from scratch with this easy recipe. These thin and delicate wrappers are perfect for making delicious wontons at home. You'll be amazed at how simple and inexpensive it is to create your own wrappers instead of buying them pre-made. With just a few basic ingredients, you can have fresh and tasty wonton wrappers to use in your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 large egg, beaten
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add water gradually while mixing with a fork.
- Continue stirring until the mixture starts to come together and forms a shaggy dough.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- After the resting period, divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
- Take one portion and cover the remaining portions to prevent them from drying out.
- Roll out the portion of dough into a thin rectangle, about 1/16 inch thick.
- Using a cookie cutter or a small drinking glass, cut out rounds from the rolled-out dough.
- Repeat the process with the remaining portions of dough.
- Dust each round lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
- To store the wonton wrappers, stack them in between layers of parchment or wax paper.
- Place the stack of wonton wrappers in a resealable plastic bag and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When ready to use, simply remove the desired number of wrappers from the stack and proceed with your favorite wonton recipe.
