At the table
Let a small portion cool before eating; the inside may be hotter than the surface. Try a small portion first; add more sauce only if the heat suits you.
Contains pork and wheat wrappers, with soy and sesame in this sauce. Ask about egg in the wrappers or filling. Recipes vary; confirm the actual ingredients if you have dietary restrictions.
GET TO KNOW THE DISH
What goes into it?
Explore some key ingredients below. Preparations may use additional seasonings and ingredients.
A little sesame paste can be added to the sauce; the balance of garlic, vinegar and chili varies. Scallion garnish is optional.
Typical ingredients
Recipes vary by restaurant.
How does it taste?
Savory and garlicky, with sweet-sour notes and variable chili heat.
- Chili heat
- Texture
- Thin, slippery wrappers around a juicy filling.
- How it’s made
- Fill and fold wheat wrappers, boil them, then dress with the seasoned chili oil.
A little sesame paste can be added to the sauce; the balance of garlic, vinegar and chili varies. Scallion garnish is optional.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Associated with Sichuan.
About this regional connection
Sichuan: Part of the Sichuan cooking repertoire.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有红油抄手吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
The red comes from chili oil
These wontons are boiled, then dressed in a red chili-oil sauce rather than served in a large bowl of clear broth. That contrast explains the dish’s character: delicate wrappers meet a bold dressing. The amount of chili, vinegar and sesame paste varies between versions.
