1. Moisten all the edges of the wonton wrapper with water or with lightly beaten egg. Keep a small bowl of water on hand to re-wet the edges if needed.
2. Place about 1 teaspoon of uncooked filling in the center of the wonton wrapper.
3. Fold the wonton wrapper in half lengthwise, making sure the ends meet. Press down firmly on the ends to seal.
How to Fill and Fold Wonton Wrappers
By Rhonda Parkinson, About.com Guide
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Spreading the filling out a bit helps keep the wonton wrapper from breaking open during cooking.
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