Wonton soup is a classic Chinese dish featuring delicate wonton dumplings served in a flavorful broth. Here’s a simple recipe to make it at home:
Wonton Soup Recipe
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
- 200g (7 oz) ground pork (or substitute with chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp white pepper (optional)
- 20-25 wonton wrappers (store-bought or homemade)
- Water (for sealing wontons)
For the Soup:
- 1.5 liters (6 cups) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Optional: Bok choy, spinach, or mushrooms for added vegetables
Instructions
1. Prepare the Wonton Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onion, cornstarch, and white pepper. Mix well until the filling is evenly combined.
2. Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.
- Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
- Fold the wrapper into a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Bring the two bottom corners together and press to form a classic wonton shape. Repeat until all the filling is used.
3. Prepare the Soup:
- In a large pot, combine the broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add any optional vegetables (e.g., bok choy or mushrooms) and cook until tender.
4. Cook the Wontons:
- Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the wontons into the boiling water and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.
- Remove the wontons with a slotted spoon and transfer them to the simmering broth.
5. Serve:
- Ladle the soup and wontons into bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Enjoy your homemade wonton soup! You can customize it with your favorite ingredients or adjust the seasoning to your taste. 😊
