Wonton Soup

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⏱ 60 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Pork

This classic soup is a cherished family recipe. Preparing the pork and shrimp filled wontons requires a little effort, but the delicious result is entirely worthwhile. The dumplings are simmered in a simple, clear chicken broth for a light yet satisfying dish. It's perfect for a comforting meal any time of the year.

Wonton Soup

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 2 ounces peeled shrimp, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chopped green onion
  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • 3 cups chicken stock

Method

  1. Combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, brown sugar, soy sauce, and green onion in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and allow the mixture to rest for 25 to 30 minutes.
  3. Spoon approximately 1 tsp of the filling onto the middle of a wonton wrapper.
  4. Dampen all four edges of the wrapper with water, then fold the top corner down to meet the bottom, creating a triangle shape over the filling.
  5. Firmly press the edges together to seal the dumpling.
  6. Bring the left and right corners of the triangle together above the filling.
  7. Overlap these points, moisten them with water, and press to secure them. For the soup, bring the chicken stock to a rolling boil.
  8. Gently add the wontons to the boiling stock and cook them for 5 minutes.
  9. Serve the soup garnished with scallions.
  10. If cooking from frozen, allow an additional 2 minutes of cooking time.
  11. To fry the wontons, heat 2 to 3 cups of oil in a wok until hot.
  12. Deep fry the wontons in batches until they turn golden, for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
  13. Drain the fried wontons on paper towels and serve them with a plum dipping sauce.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium857000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryPork
Authorpenguinluv40