What's the difference between wonton wrappers and egg roll wrappers?

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1. What's the difference between wonton wrappers and egg roll wrappers?
2. Can you freeze wonton wrappers?
3. How do you make wonton strips from scratch?
4. Where can I buy fried wonton strips?
5. What can I use instead of eggs when breading?
6. Can I substitute vegan mayo for eggs?

What's the difference between wonton wrappers and egg roll wrappers?

Wonton wrappers are made from the same dough as egg roll wrappers, but they're smaller in size and therefore used differently. ... Since they're so small, rolling in the same fashion as egg roll wrappers can be difficult and untidy.

Can you freeze wonton wrappers?

You can freeze wonton wrappers, wrapped well in plastic and popped in a zip-top bag, for up to several months. Nguyen suggests freezing them in short stacks so you can pull out just what you need. Keep them damp but not too wet.

How do you make wonton strips from scratch?

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, beat the egg. Mix in the water. ...
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center of the mixture and slowly pour in the egg and water. ...
3. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough until elastic. Cut dough into two separate balls. ...
4. Cut each ball into four equal pieces.

Where can I buy fried wonton strips?

You should be able to find them in the refrigerated section or your grocery store, usually near the tofu. The wrappers are easy to cut into strips with a knife or a Pizza Wheel . You can cut them into any size strip you want.

What can I use instead of eggs when breading?

Egg substitutes include buttermilk, tomato paste, chia seeds and even oil. The exact egg substitute for breading you should use is completely dependent on what you're frying and the final flavor you're hoping to achieve. Using oil can be a particularly healthy choice of egg substitute for breading.

Can I substitute vegan mayo for eggs?

Mayonnaise: Substitute 3 tablespoons mayonnaise for each egg called for in recipe.