Dragon Wontons — Dragon's Crossed Hands
Quick Info
- Flavor
- Clean, savory, and comforting. Like Italian tortellini in broth but lighter — a delicate chicken-bone soup with silky pork parcels.
- Texture
- Ultra-thin, slippery wonton wrappers that almost dissolve on contact, encasing a small, tender pork filling, floating in a clear broth
- Spice Level
- 🌶️ — Just a whisper of white pepper warmth — less heat than a mild salsa
- Temperature
- Served Hot
Ingredients
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The Story
Long Chao Shou is the name of a famous wonton restaurant that opened in Chengdu in the 1940s. “Chāo shǒu” is the Sichuan dialect word for wonton (literally “crossed hands,” describing how the wrapper is folded), and “lóng” means dragon — the founders combined the words to create an auspicious brand name. The shop became so famous that the name now refers to the Chengdu-style wonton itself.
What to Expect
A bowl of delicate, almost translucent wontons floating in a steaming clear broth. The wrappers are impossibly thin — you can nearly see the pork filling through them. The broth is light but flavorful, made from slow-simmered chicken and pork bones. This is Chengdu comfort food at its gentlest, a welcome break from the city’s chili-heavy dishes. Some versions come with a spoonful of chili oil on top if you ask.
Tips
This is one of the mildest dishes you will find in Chengdu, making it a good starter if you are easing into Sichuan cuisine. Eat them quickly — the ultra-thin wrappers get mushy if they sit too long. You can also order them in chili oil sauce (红油抄手) for a spicier version if you are feeling brave.