Description
Savor a bowl of steaming wonton soup that warms both body and soul. This recipe, inspired by cherished family traditions, features delicate, handcrafted dumplings and a fragrant, savory broth—each bite is a loving tribute to home-cooked comfort.
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
- ½ pound ground pork
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
- 12-ounce package wonton wrappers
For the Broth:
- 10 cups unsalted chicken stock
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 6 garlic cloves, peeled
- 4 scallions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Pinch of white pepper
- Extra thinly sliced scallions for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Wontons:
- In a bowl, combine ground pork, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper.
- Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean surface and place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center.
- Dip a fingertip in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold into a triangle and press to seal, then create a small indentation at the bottom. Wet the two bottom points and press them together to form the traditional wonton shape.
- Cover the finished wontons with a towel to prevent drying.
Make the Broth:
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine chicken stock, ginger, garlic, scallions, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain the solids and keep the broth warm.
Cook & Serve:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add the wontons and cook for about 4 minutes, until they float to the surface.
- Remove the wontons with a slotted spoon, place them in serving bowls, and ladle the hot broth over them.
- Garnish with extra sliced scallions and serve immediately.
Notes
- Protein Variations: Try substituting pork with ground chicken, turkey, or shrimp for a different twist.
- Vegetable Additions: Enhance the broth with baby bok choy, napa cabbage, sliced mushrooms, or matchstick carrots.
- Freezing Tip: Uncooked wontons can be frozen for up to 3 months—cook them straight from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the boiling time.
- Folding Tip: Don’t worry about perfection when folding; a well-sealed edge is what matters to keep the filling inside during cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese