Description
A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tender homemade wontons filled with seasoned pork and shrimp, served in a savory broth infused with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Perfect for a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
- 8 ounces (225g) ground pork
- 4 ounces (115g) cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 package (about 50) wonton wrappers
For the Soup:
- 8 cups (1.9 liters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 slices fresh ginger (about 1/4-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Wonton Filling:
- In a bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, cornstarch, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a bit of water.
- Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a triangle, pressing to seal.
- Bring the two opposite corners of the triangle together, overlapping them slightly, and press to seal, forming a traditional wonton shape.
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Prepare the Soup Broth:
- In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, smashed garlic cloves, sliced ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Cook the Wontons:
- Gently add the prepared wontons to the simmering broth.
- Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.
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Serve:
- Ladle the soup and wontons into bowls.
- Garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Freezing Wontons: You can prepare the wontons in advance and freeze them. Place the assembled wontons on a baking sheet in a single layer, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. When ready to cook, add the frozen wontons directly to the simmering broth; they may require an additional minute or two to cook.
Vegetarian Option: For a vegetarian version, substitute the pork and shrimp with finely chopped vegetables like mushrooms, cabbage, and carrots, and use vegetable broth for the soup.
Spice Level: Adjust the heat by adding a dash of chili oil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the broth.
Storage: Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best to store the wontons separately from the broth to prevent them from becoming soggy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 363 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 683mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg