# How to Prepare Frozen Wontons

Wontons are a traditional Chinese folk noodle dish originating from China. [Dumplings](./frozen-dumplings.md) evolved from them, characterized by thin wrappers, tender fillings, clear broth, and fresh flavor.

Estimated cooking difficulty: ★★

## Required Ingredients and Tools

* A bag of frozen wontons (not expired; preferably with a seasoning packet included)
* Rice cooker (Xiaomi smart rice cooker recommended)
* Salt (if the wontons do not include a seasoning packet)
* Chicken bouillon powder (if the wontons do not include a seasoning packet)
* Pepper powder (if the wontons do not include a seasoning packet)
* Sesame oil (if the wontons do not include a seasoning packet)
* 1 stalk of cilantro (optional)

> Note: Cooking methods for frozen wontons may vary depending on the equipment used. This guide only covers the method using a "rice cooker."

## Calculations

* Typically, one person consumes 12–20 wontons per meal.
* When placing all wontons in the rice cooker, add water to a level that just covers the wontons, then multiply that amount by 2–3 times (approximately 600ml of water is needed for one person's portion).

## Instructions

### Boiling the Water

* Pour water into the rice cooker and run the "Stew" or "Cook" mode for 35 minutes. At this point, open the lid to confirm the water is boiling.

### Adding the Wontons

* Carefully place the frozen wontons into the water, being careful not to get burned.
* You may rinse the wontons with water briefly before adding them to the rice cooker.
* If the wontons come with a seasoning packet, add it to the water at this stage.

### Cooking the Wontons

* Close the lid and run the same "Stew" or "Cook" mode for 20 minutes.

### Serving the Wontons

* Ladle all the wontons and enough water to cover them into a bowl.
* If no seasoning packet was added earlier, adjust the taste by adding salt, chicken bouillon powder, pepper powder, and sesame oil according to your preference.
* You may also sprinkle 5–8 cilantro leaves on top for garnish (suitable only for those who do not mind the taste of cilantro).

## Additional Tips

* After serving, you can also add a poached egg ([Sunny-side-up Egg](../../dishes/breakfast/sunny-side-up-egg.md)) to enjoy together.

If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement while following this guide, please submit an Issue or Pull request.