Wonton Soup

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Ingredients:

For the Wontons:

  • 1/2 lb ground pork (or a mix of pork and shrimp for extra flavor)
  • 2 green onions (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (optional for extra spice)
  • 20-24 wonton wrappers (store-bought or homemade)

For the Broth:

  • 6 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium for a cleaner flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (adds a nice tang)
  • 2 garlic cloves (smashed for flavor infusion)
  • 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (sliced)
  • 2 green onions (cut into long pieces)
  • A pinch of white pepper (optional)
  • Bok choy or spinach (optional, for added greens)

Method:

For the Wontons:

  1. Make the filling by combining the ground pork, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, rice vinegar, salt, and white pepper in a bowl. Mix until well-combined.
  2. Prepare the wonton wrappers: Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold into a triangle, and press to seal. You can leave them in triangles or fold the corners together to form traditional wonton shapes.
  3. Set aside the prepared wontons on a plate covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

For the Broth:

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and green onions to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  2. Strain the broth to remove the garlic, ginger, and onions for a smooth, flavorful broth. If you’re adding greens like bok choy or spinach, you can add them now and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Cooking the Wontons:

  1. Bring the broth to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the wontons into the soup, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Let them cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the filling is fully cooked.

Serving:

Ladle the wontons and broth into bowls, and garnish with chopped green onions, a drizzle of sesame oil, or chili oil for extra flavor. You can also add a dash of soy sauce or rice vinegar to each bowl if you like it tangier.

Enjoy this warm, comforting soup! Let me know if you’d like to customize the filling or broth.

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