Speaking of going to wonton, everyone may have eaten a lot, but who knows the historical origin of wonton? How is wonton derived? Let's take a look at the following contents today, hoping to help everyone.
The development of history
Yang Xiong's Dialect in the Western Han Dynasty mentioned that "the name of bread is Tun". Wonton is a kind of cake, the difference is that it has stuffing inside, and it is eaten after being cooked. If cooked in soup, it is called "soup cake".
In ancient China, people thought it was a sealed steamed stuffed bun, which had no seven tricks, so it was called "chaos". According to China's word-making rules, it was later called "wonton". Wonton is no different from jiaozi at this time.
Jiaozi has not changed obviously for thousands of years, but wonton has developed in the south and has an independent style. Since the Tang Dynasty, the names of wonton and jiaozi have been formally distinguished.
Xiongnu theory in Han dynasty
There used to be a saying in old Beijing that "winter solstice wonton, summer solstice noodles". According to legend, during the Han Dynasty, the Xiongnu in the north often harassed the frontier, and the people were restless. At that time, there were two leaders, Xiongnu tribe and Tun tribe, which were very cruel. The people hated it, so they wrapped it into a corner with meat stuffing and called it "wonton" with the sound of "muddy" and "swallowing". I hate eating, and I want to quell the war and live a peaceful life. Because wonton was originally made on the winter solstice, every family eats wonton on the winter solstice.
Today, wonton has become a famous snack with many kinds, different productions and delicious taste all over the country, which is deeply loved by people. Wonton has many names, such as Jiangsu and Zhejiang Wonton, Guangdong Wonton, Hubei Noodle, Jiangxi Clear Soup, Sichuan Wonton, Xinjiang Ququ and so on.
Taoist theory
There is another saying: On the day of the winter solstice, there are grand ceremonies on all the streets of the capital. At the beginning of the Yuan Dynasty, the Taoist took a kiss and went to the table to celebrate the Buddha's birthday. Taoism believes that,
The Buddha in the early Yuan Dynasty symbolized the first century when chaos did not divide and Taoism did not manifest. Therefore, people have the custom of eating wonton. The Story of Yanjing at the Age says: "My husband's wonton is shaped like a chicken egg, which is quite like the chaos of heaven and earth, so it is eaten on the solstice of winter." In fact, "wonton" and "chaos" are homophonic, so people extend eating wonton to break the chaos and create the world. Later generations no longer explain its original meaning, but spread the proverb "Wonton from winter to the sun, and from summer to the sun", treating it simply as a seasonal diet.
Eating Wonton Many places in China have the custom of eating Wonton on the solstice in winter. In the Southern Song Dynasty, Lin 'an (now Hangzhou) also had the custom of eating wonton in winter solstice. The Song people explained in detail that Lin 'an people eat wonton to worship their ancestors on the solstice in winter. It was not until the Southern Song Dynasty that the custom of eating wonton on the solstice became popular in China.
Today, wonton has become a well-known snack, with various names, different productions and delicious taste, all over the country. There are many local characteristics, which are very popular among diners. Chengdu Dragon Wonton Museum is famous for its various wonton varieties, thin skin and tender stuffing, delicious soup and delicious taste. Chongqing's crossing the bridge to copy the hand, the package is exquisite, the seasoning is diverse, and the seasoning is dipped; Sanxian wonton in Songyunlou, the Old Town God Temple in Shanghai, has exquisite stuffing, thin stuffing and delicious taste. The ququ in Urumqi, Xinjiang, is filled with mutton, with thin skin and tender stuffing, and the soup is clear and delicious.
Theory of history
According to legend, during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, Fu Cha, the king of Wu, defeated the state of Yue and captured Gou Jian, the king of Yue, and got a lot of gold and silver treasures, especially after he got the stunning beauty stone, he was even more complacent, singing and dancing, debauchery, and not asking about state affairs. When the Winter Festival arrived this year, the King of Wu accepted the worship of officials as usual, and the singing and dancing inside and outside the court were peaceful. Unexpectedly, during the dinner, he was tired of eating delicacies, so he was unhappy and put the dishes aside. Seeing all this, Shi took the opportunity to run into the royal chef, knead dough and roll skin, and tried to make a new snack to show her mind. After several tricks in her hand, the leather finally wrapped a dustpan-shaped snack. Put it in boiling water, and the snacks will drown one by one. She put it in a bowl, added fresh soup, sprinkled with onions, garlic and peppers, and dripped sesame oil for the king of Wu. King Wu tasted it and it was delicious. He ate a big bowl in one breath and repeatedly asked, "What kind of dessert is this?" Shi did Sarah laugh: This heartless and confused monarch is always in a daze. What a mess. Hearing this question, she casually replied, "Wonton." Since then, this kind of dim sum has flowed into the people in the name of "wonton". Wuyue people not only like to eat wonton on weekdays, but also regard it as an appropriate food for winter festivals to commemorate the wisdom and creation of the teacher.
A researcher said, 1959, in a wooden bowl unearthed from a Tang tomb in Turpan, Xinjiang, several wonton with the same shape as today's wonton were preserved. However, in another article by the same researcher, it was found that in 1959, in a wooden bowl unearthed from a Tang tomb in Turpan, Xinjiang, several jiaozi with the same shape as today's jiaozi were preserved. In any case, wonton always feels "chaotic". What's wrong with being "chaotic" again?
But the more accurate information comes from Yan Zhitui in the Northern Qi Dynasty: "Today, wonton is shaped like a crescent moon, and there is enough food in the world." According to historical records, there were quite a lot of wonton in the Tang Dynasty, such as "Wu Ban Wonton" and "Twenty-four Gas Wonton", but the varieties are no longer allowed. In the Song Dynasty, there was even a "hundred-flavored wonton", and "Old Stories of Wulin" said that "your family is curious and has more than ten colors". I'm afraid neither you nor I can enjoy such luxury.
Wonton has many synonyms, among which Wonton, Wonton and Wonton are the most popular.
Wonton, popular in Guangdong, originated from a Hunan man who opened a noodle restaurant in Guangzhou in the Qing Dynasty. Because the word wonton has too many strokes, he changed it to "wonton" and became popular. There is another saying that "Wonton" and "Wonton" have the same pronunciation in Cantonese, so people write "Wonton" as "Wonton". Guangdong wonton skin is thin and transparent, one bite at a time, which looks like a round cloud. Do you mean "swallowing" clouds?
Chaoshou was later circulated in Sichuan. I'm afraid even the locals can't figure out the meaning of this inexplicable name, and most of them are looking for words to make sense. For example, it is said that wonton looks like a person holding two hands in his arms. In addition, the wonton is thin and easy to cook, and it is cooked between hands. The funniest thing is the interpretation of "Long Chaobao": An Shi Rebellion, Ming Chengzu "traveled south" to Chengdu, thinking about eating wonton. But the local chef doesn't know what shape wonton is, and he is at a loss. Later, when he saw Ming Chengzu pacing with his hands on his back, he used his quick wits to make wonton into this shape, which is called "dragon handwriting". Don was overjoyed at this.
Wonton, Wonton or Wonton, which is delicious? That depends on the workmanship. "Tongzhi Doumen Lulve" chants wonton, saying, "Wonton is more delicious than usual, and the stuffing melts with spring leeks, which tastes fragrant. The soup is clear and moist, not too light. When you swallow it, you will know that it tastes long. " That's true. A good wonton looks like a nurse's hat, angular, energetic, soft but not rotten, firm but not sticky, and shiny when bitten, unlike wonton and wonton.
Shanghai wonton is also great. In the past, small wonton skins were only supplied to stores, but later they were released, and many people were eager to try, but most of them were unsuccessful. Don't underestimate the hardness of the five fingers, and the angle of force is different. If it doesn't taste good, it will taste like a stiff flour. The best crepe wonton, swallow skin wonton, firewood wonton and so on are basically small wonton.
People in Taiwan Province call it flat food. Around 1949, immigrants from all over China brought the name of their hometown to Taiwan Province Province, so it is very common to say wonton, wonton, flat food or wonton in Taiwan Province Province. There are three famous areas of Taiwan Province Wonton: Wenzhou Wonton, Hualien Yuli Wonton in the east (frequented by Jiang Jingguo), and Pingtung Lingang Wonton in the south; The stuffing is full, fragrant and delicious, and now it has been vacuum packed and sold in various markets or delivered to your door; Soup, fried, sweet and sour are all suitable. Ligang wonton is said to be sold first by Zhao in Ligang. In the 30 years of the Republic of China, Zhao learned to make wonton from his hometown.