Delicious and comforting Pork Wonton Soup

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Delicious and comforting Pork Wonton Soup
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 20, 2024

This Pork Wonton Soup is a flavorful and filling dish that combines juicy pork-filled wontons in a savory broth with fresh vegetables. It's the perfect meal to warm you up on a chilly evening or to enjoy as a light lunch option.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
  • 1 package wonton wrappers
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cups chopped bok choy
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup sliced bamboo shoots
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, and water chestnuts. Mix well.
  2. Take a wonton wrapper, place a teaspoon of pork mixture in the center, wet the edges with water, and fold in half to form a triangle. Press edges to seal.
  3. In a large pot, bring chicken broth and water to a simmer. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, bok choy, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Carefully drop wontons into the simmering broth and cook for 5-7 minutes until they float to the top and are cooked through.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Wonton soup is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine and is often enjoyed as a comfort food.
  • Wontons can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as pork, shrimp, or vegetables.
  • The word 'wonton' means 'swallowing clouds' in Chinese, describing the fluffy texture of the dumplings in the soup.