Description
Savory wonton soup delivers comfort from Chinese culinary traditions, bringing delicate parcels of seasoned pork swimming in a clear, aromatic broth. Gentle wrappers embrace rich filling while warm stock promises hearty satisfaction for hungry souls.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Wonton Wrappers and Filling Ingredients:
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
Soup Base and Garnish:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp rice wine
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Combine ground pork and shrimp in a mixing bowl, creating a harmonious protein blend for the wonton filling.
- Incorporate minced garlic, grated ginger, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, and white pepper into the meat mixture, thoroughly mixing to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean work surface, preparing for the delicate wrapping process.
- Place a small spoonful of the prepared filling in the center of each wrapper, being careful not to overfill.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then carefully fold and seal the wontons, creating neat triangular or classic pleated shapes.
- In a large pot, combine chicken broth, water, rice wine, salt, and white pepper, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer at medium heat.
- Carefully drop the prepared wontons into the simmering broth, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they float to the surface and the filling is completely cooked through.
- Gently transfer the wontons and broth to serving bowls, ensuring an equal distribution of dumplings.
- Garnish the soup with freshly sliced green onions and chopped cilantro, adding a vibrant finish to the aromatic dish.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing the delicate flavors of the homemade wontons to shine through the clear, savory broth.
Notes
- Keep meat mixture cold while preparing to maintain optimal texture and prevent bacterial growth.
- Use a fork or chopsticks when mixing filling ingredients to create light, airy wonton texture without compressing meat.
- Seal wontons tightly to prevent filling from leaking during cooking, using water as natural glue for wrapper edges.
- For gluten-free option, replace traditional wheat wonton wrappers with rice paper or make homemade gluten-free wrappers using alternative flour blends.
- Enhance protein variety by substituting ground pork and shrimp with ground chicken, turkey, or plant-based meat alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Store uncooked wontons between parchment paper layers in refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking to streamline meal preparation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg