Pork Wonton Soup

Ingredients

• 200g pork mince
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• 2 teaspoons cornflour
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 30 wonton wrappers
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 litres chicken stock
• 200g baby bok choy, washed and finely sliced

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the pork mince, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornflour, water and salt. Mix until everything is well-combined.
2. Lay out the wonton wrappers and place one teaspoon of the pork mixture in the centre of each wonton wrapper.
3. Using your finger, moisten the edges of the wonton wrappers with a little water.
4. Fold the wrapper in half and press the edges together to seal.
5. In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil until it is hot. Add the wontons and fry for 3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
6. Add the chicken stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add the bok choy and cook for another 5 minutes.
8. Ladle the soup into 4 bowls and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Wonton wrappers are made from wheat flour and egg and are available from most Chinese supermarkets.
• Pork wonton soup is a traditional Chinese dish and is commonly served as a starter or accompaniment to a main meal.
• The soup is often served in restaurants with a side of pickled vegetables, chilli oil or chilli sauce.