Classic Wonton Soup: A Heartwarming Chinese Delight

Classic Wonton Soup: A Heartwarming Chinese Delight

This traditional wonton soup features delicate pork-filled dumplings in a savory, aromatic broth. It’s comforting, light, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:

For the Wontons:

• ½ lb ground pork (or shrimp, or a mix of both)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp grated ginger

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 green onion, finely chopped

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp white pepper

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 25–30 wonton wrappers

For the Broth:

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 2 cups water

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 2 green onions, chopped

• Salt and white pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes:

• Chopped green onions

• Cilantro

• A drizzle of chili oil

Instructions:

1. Make the Wonton Filling:

In a bowl, mix ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onion, salt, white pepper, and cornstarch until well combined.

2. Assemble the Wontons:

• Place 1 tsp of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper.

• Moisten the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and press to seal.

• Bring the two bottom corners together and press to form a traditional wonton shape.

• Repeat until all filling is used.

3. Prepare the Broth:

• In a pot, bring chicken broth, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and green onions to a simmer for 10 minutes.

• Strain out the aromatics if desired, then adjust seasoning with salt and white pepper.

4. Cook the Wontons:

• Bring a separate pot of water to a boil.

• Drop in wontons and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until they float.

• Transfer cooked wontons to serving bowls.

5. Assemble and Serve:

• Ladle hot broth over the wontons.

• Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of chili oil if desired.

• Enjoy warm!

Would you like a variation, such as a vegetarian version?

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