The difference between wonton and jiaozi.

Wonton and jiaozi are traditional cuisines in China, and there are some differences in appearance, making method and taste.

Wonton is different from jiaozi in appearance. Wonton is usually half-moon-shaped, smaller than jiaozi, with a thin and soft skin and a shape similar to goldfish. Jiaozi is usually white, and there are other colors, such as yellow and green, with different shapes, such as the traditional crescent shape, and others, such as the ingot shape. Wonton and jiaozi are made in different ways.

Wonton is made by wrapping fresh shrimp, pork and other fillings with fine noodles, then bending into a half-moon shape and steaming. On the other hand, jiaozi is made by rolling dough into thin skin, then wrapping the stuffing and kneading it. Wonton and jiaozi taste different, too. Wonton has thin skin and soft meat, delicious stuffing and delicate taste. Jiaozi, on the other hand, has a thick skin and chewy taste. Usually with vinegar, ginger and other seasonings, it tastes better.

Other differences

Wonton and jiaozi have different fillings. The fillings of wonton are mainly fresh shrimp and pork, as well as fish and chicken. The fillings in jiaozi are more varied, including meat, vegetables and seafood. Wonton and jiaozi also have different cooking methods. Wonton is usually boiled and steamed, but jiaozi can cook, steam and stir-fry.

Wonton and jiaozi have different uses. Wonton is usually the staple food for breakfast or lunch, while jiaozi can be the staple food or holiday food, such as during the Spring Festival. Wonton and jiaozi also have different cultural symbolic meanings. In southern China, wonton is one of the traditional breakfast foods with a long history and cultural background. Jiaozi is one of the traditional holiday foods in China, especially during the Spring Festival, which symbolizes reunion and happiness.