Wonton Soup (云吞汤)

Wonton Soup is a classic Chinese dish featuring seasoned pork or shrimp wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, served in a savory broth with bok choy and garnished with green onions. This recipe provides a way to enjoy a comforting meal with flavorful broth and perfectly cooked wontons, which are easier to prepare than they appear. There’s a delightful contrast between the tender wontons and the robust broth, making it a delightful choice for a cozy meal any time of year.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 pack wonton wrappers
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups bok choy, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 inch fresh ginger, grated

Instructions

1. In a bowl, thoroughly mix the ground pork, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger until well combined.
2. Place a small amount of the pork mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper over the filling to form a triangle, and press the edges to seal firmly.
3. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped bok choy to the broth, allowing it to cook for about 3 minutes.
5. Carefully add the prepared wontons to the simmering broth, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the wontons are tender and cooked through.
6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Keywords: Comforting, Savory, Pork, Chinese, Soup

Spice Rack: Soy Sauce, Sesame Oil, Fresh Ginger

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