At the table
If served as a platter, add a modest line of filling, fold in the ends and roll. Hold the closed end underneath.
This version contains pork, wheat, soy and peanuts. Ask about egg, seafood, stock, fat and sauces.
Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.
Typical ingredients
In some versions
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory vegetables with nutty peanuts.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Thin soft wrapper and varied crunchy and tender fillings.
- How it’s made
- Cook cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts, pressed tofu and pork with oil and salt; wrap in cooked crepes with peanuts and coriander.
Fillings vary; egg and seafood are additions, not required in every wrap.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Fujian.
About this regional connection
Fujian: Minnan staple snack; also common in Taiwan and SE Asia as popiah.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有润饼吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Minnan runbing
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Runbing is part of Minnan family meals and Qingming food traditions.
