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Homemade Wonton Soup Recipe

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This homemade wonton soup recipe features delicate dumplings filled with flavorful pork and shrimp, simmered in a rich, aromatic broth. A classic Chinese dish, this soup is warm, satisfying, and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • For the Wontons:

    • 1/2 lb ground pork
    • 1/4 lb shrimp, finely chopped
    • 1 green onion, finely chopped
    • 1 tsp soy sauce
    • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
    • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
    • 1/4 tsp white pepper
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1 egg white
    • 20-25 wonton wrappers

  • For the Soup:

    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
    • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1/4 tsp white pepper
    • 1 green onion, sliced
    • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the Wontons: In a bowl, mix ground pork, shrimp, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, white pepper, salt, and egg white until well combined.
  • Place 1 tsp of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten edges with water, fold diagonally, and seal tightly. Optionally, bring the two corners together and pinch.
  • Prepare the Soup: In a pot, heat chicken broth, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and white pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  • Drop wontons into the simmering broth and cook for 4-5 minutes until they float and the filling is fully cooked.
  • Garnish with green onions and cilantro. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can freeze uncooked wontons for later use.
  • Add bok choy or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste with soy sauce or a dash of chili oil.

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