zaa3 wan4 tan1炸雲吞炸云吞
Jyutpingzaa3 wan4 tan1
Yaleja wàhn tān
Definition
Deep-fried wonton dumplings.
colloquialfooddim sum
How it's used
This dish is a staple in local noodle shops and dim sum restaurants, often served with a side of sweet and sour sauce. Unlike boiled wontons which are typically served in soup, the deep fried version is treated as a crunchy appetizer or a side dish. It is rarely eaten as a main meal on its own.
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dip2碟dípExamples
I want to order a plate of deep fried wontons as a snack.
The deep fried wontons here are very crispy.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 炸醬麵, which is a noodle dish topped with a savory minced meat sauce, despite both sharing the character 炸.
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