Chao shou

Chaoshou is a traditional dish originating from Sichuan. These dumplings are made with square sheets of wonton wrappers which are folded into a crescent moon shape and filled with pork and ginger. Once stuffed, the dumplings are boiled and served in different liquids and sauces such as chicken soup, chili oil sauce (dry version), or sour and spicy broth.

The dish is praised for being simple, easy, and unpretentious. Chaoshou is sometimes eaten on Chinese New Year, and the dumplings then represent wealth in the forthcoming year. If desired, the dish can be garnished with cilantro leaves.