Wonton soup

Introduction:

Wonton soup is a comforting and flavorful Chinese dish, featuring delicate pork and shrimp wontons in a light, seasoned chicken broth. Perfect for a chilly evening, this dish brings a balanced mix of savory dumplings and fresh vegetables in a simple, yet hearty meal.

Ingredients:

For the Wontons:

• ½ pound ground pork
• 2 ounces shrimp (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice wine (or Shaoxing wine)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
• 1 teaspoon green onions (chopped)
• 24 wonton wrappers

For the Soup:

• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 cup baby bok choy (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
• Optional: mushrooms, spinach, or carrots for extra vegetables

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wontons:
   • In a bowl, mix pork, shrimp, soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, and green onions until well combined.
   • Place a teaspoon 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 ends together and seal with a dab of water.
2. Cook the Wontons:
   • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Gently drop in the wontons and cook for about 3-5 minutes, until they float to the surface.
3. Prepare the Soup:
   • In a separate pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add in sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and bok choy. Let simmer for 3 minutes until the bok choy softens.
   • Add the cooked wontons to the broth and let everything simmer together for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with extra green onions or sesame oil if desired.

Conclusion:

Wonton soup is not only satisfying but also versatile. You can add mushrooms, carrots, or even tofu to the broth for added texture and nutrition. Whether for a quick dinner or a cozy lunch, this recipe delivers a warming and flavorful dish that’s sure to please.