The wrap on dumplings around the world
By CFP - Globaltimes.cn, Published: 2015-10-13 17:16:25
The empanada is a variety of fried dumpling found in many parts of Central and South America. The name comes from the Spanish word “empanar,” which means “to wrap in bread and bake or fry.” Fillings can include beef, egg, olive, onion, chili and cumin, all contained in a crispy shell. Photo: CFP/ The Washington Post
Editor's Note:
Dumplings not only have a long and delicious history in China, but all over the world. These simple yet scrumptious snacks have made their way into many traditional cuisines, varying in both style and taste.
Pelmeni, or Russian-style dumplings, boast fillings of minced meat, mushroom and cheese. In some places it is often served with broth. Photo: CFP 
Also found in central European countries, kn?del is a kind of boiled dumpling typically made of flour, bread or potatoes. They are often served as a side dish or in soup. Shown are kn?del dumplings with cinnamon sugar and plums. Photo: CFP 
Dumplings are a staple of many nations in Eastern and Central Europe. Widely known as pierogi from its Polish name, where it is the national dish, they come in a variety of fillings, such as mashed potato, cheese, fried onion, ground meat, mushroom, sauerkraut or spinach, and are eaten either boiled, baked or fried. Photo: CFP/The Washington Post via Getty Images 
Momos are a delightful incarnation of dumpling famous in Nepal, India and China's Tibet. Momos are often found filled with minced meat or vegetables and served with various dipping sauces. Pictured are Indian momos with chili sauce. Photo: CFP 
Korea also has dumplings covered. Coin-sized mandu are usually served with another Korean staple, kimchi. Photo: CFP/Bloomberg via Getty Images 
Fried dumplings in Japan are called gyoza. Similar to the Chinese jiaozi, this ubiquitous snack food often comes with fillings of beef, cabbage, onion and carrot. Photo: CFP/The Washington Post 
Manti, made popular in Turkey, are a small dumpling stuffed with beef or mutton. They are usually served in yogurt. Pictured is a Turkish meal with Manti (white plates), potato salad (left) and red rice (middle). Photo: CFP/Getty Images 
Samosas are crispy Indian-style dumplings that often contain a savory filling mixture of spicy potato, pea, hyacinth bean and ground meat. Some are strictly vegetarian, such as the pictured sweet potato samosas. Photo: CFP/the Washington Post 
The chewy wrapper of Vietnamese dumplings - bánh bot loc - is made of tapioca flour. Traditionally, the filling is pork and contains a whole shrimp inside. The steamed snack can also be prepared wrapped in banana leaves as shown. Photo: CFP/The Washington Post/Getty Images 
Chinese dumplings, or jiaozi, have a history of more than 1,800 years and come in a seemingly infinite variety of fillings. They can also be prepared in a number of ways, such as boiled, steamed or pan fried. Photo: CFP 
In Northeast China, jiaozi are an essential part of a Chinese New Year's Eve dinner, symbolizing good luck and family reunion. Photo: CFP