What's in it
Wheat wrappers, pork, tofu, glass noodles, chives, cabbage.
More about Mandu
Northern-style dumplings from Kaesong and Pyongyang are large and juicy. At Lunar New Year many families make mandu together.
Good to know
Vegetable dumplings (야채만두) are sold in some places, but check — some still contain meat.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — pork is part of the dish.
- Pork: contains pork.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy, Sesame.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is Mandu?
Steamed dumplings, usually filled with pork, tofu, glass noodles and vegetables. Meat mandu (고기만두) is mild; kimchi mandu (김치만두) is a little spicy.
Is Mandu spicy?
No — it is not spicy.
Is Mandu vegetarian?
No — pork is part of the dish.
Does Mandu contain pork?
Yes — it contains pork.
Is Mandu gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is Mandu called in Korean?
만두, pronounced “mandu”.