This classic Chinese-style dish combines delicate wonton wrappers filled with seasoned ground pork, ginger, and rice wine. The dumplings are gently steamed to retain their moisture and tenderness, then served in a clear, aromatic broth. The result is a comforting, home-style meal that balances subtle sweetness with savory depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a light lunch, this recipe highlights the simplicity of fresh ingredients. With minimal effort, you can create a restaurant-quality soup that warms the soul and satisfies hunger without heavy richness.
Steamed Pork Soup
Description
This classic Chinese-style dish combines delicate wonton wrappers filled with seasoned ground pork, ginger, and rice wine. The dumplings are gently steamed to retain their moisture and tenderness, then served in a clear, aromatic broth. The result is a comforting, home-style meal that balances subtle sweetness with savory depth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a light lunch, this recipe highlights the simplicity of fresh ingredients. With minimal effort, you can create a restaurant-quality soup that warms the soul and satisfies hunger without heavy richness.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, beaten egg, grated ginger, rice wine, salt, and white pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
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Place a wonton wrapper on a clean work surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pork mixture into the center of the wrapper.
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Dip a finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold and pleat to seal the dumpling tightly, ensuring no filling escapes. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
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Bring the broth to a simmer in a large pot. Arrange the dumplings in a single layer in a heatproof dish that fits inside a steamer basket.
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Place the dish in the steamer basket over the simmering broth. Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and opaque.
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Carefully remove the steamer basket. Ladle some of the hot broth over the dumplings in the dish, or serve the dumplings in bowls topped with the broth.
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Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 72.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.8g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4880.1mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 18.1g7%
- Dietary Fiber 6.3g26%
- Sugars 0.7g
- Protein 3.7g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of store-bought broth.
If you cannot find wonton wrappers, you can use small square dumpling wrappers, though they may require less filling.
To prevent sticking, place the formed dumplings on a lightly floured surface or a tray lined with parchment paper before steaming.
Leftover dumplings can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat by steaming for 5 minutes or dropping them directly into hot broth.
