Wonton Soup Recipe
Category: Main Courses
Serves: 4
Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender homemade dumplings with a delicate, savory broth. Ideal for any time of year, it brings the warmth of traditional Chinese cuisine to your table with every spoonful. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a gathering of friends, this dish will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 150g |
| Water | 70g |
| Fine salt | A pinch |
| Ground pork | 180g |
| Fresh spring onion (green part) | 1 |
| Rice wine | To taste |
| Fine salt | To taste |
| White pepper | To taste |
| Sesame oil | 4 tbsp |
| Soy sauce | 4 tbsp |
| Romaine lettuce | To taste |
| Fresh spring onion (for garnish) | To taste |
| Fine salt (for the broth) | To taste |
| White pepper (for the broth) | To taste |
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Wonton Dough
Start by preparing the dough for the wonton wrappers. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour with a pinch of salt. Gradually add the water, mixing the ingredients together until you form a dough. Knead the dough with your hands, first inside the bowl and then on a clean surface, until the mixture is smooth, firm, and elastic. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
While the dough rests, chop the green part of the spring onion. In a bowl, add the ground pork, rice wine, chopped spring onion, salt, and white pepper. Mix well with chopsticks or a spoon until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has rested, divide it into two portions. On a floured surface, roll out one portion using a rolling pin or pasta machine to a very thin sheet. Sprinkle with flour as you go to prevent sticking. Cut the dough into 8-10 cm squares.
Step 4: Form the Wontons
To assemble the wontons, place a square of dough on the palm of your hand. Spoon a small amount of the prepared filling into the center of the square. Fold the square over to form a triangle, pinching the edges tightly to seal the filling inside. Next, take the two corners of the triangle and bring them together, overlapping them slightly. Wet the edges with a little water to ensure they stick together. Repeat until all the wontons are formed.
Step 5: Prepare the Broth
While you’re shaping the wontons, prepare the broth directly in your serving bowls. In each bowl, add a pinch of salt and white pepper. Slice the romaine lettuce into thin strips and place it in each bowl. This adds a lovely texture and freshness to the soup.
Step 6: Cook the Wontons
Carefully drop the wontons into boiling water or a lightly salted broth. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the dough is tender.
Step 7: Serve and Garnish
Once the wontons are cooked, carefully transfer them to the prepared bowls with the lettuce. Drizzle each serving with sesame oil and soy sauce for a rich and aromatic finish. Garnish with additional sliced spring onions if desired.
Your wonton soup is now ready to be enjoyed!
This dish is a perfect blend of savory, aromatic, and delicate flavors. The homemade wontons provide a satisfying texture, and the sesame oil and soy sauce bring a depth of umami to the light, comforting broth. Enjoy this delightful bowl of warmth as a main dish or as part of a larger feast!
