These classic wontons offer a delightful balance of textures, featuring thin, delicate wrappers encasing a savory blend of chopped pork, shrimp, and aromatics. Whether you prefer them crispy and golden as an appetizer or simmered gently in a rich broth for a comforting soup, this recipe delivers authentic flavor with every bite. The filling is enhanced with soy sauce, mushrooms, and green onions for depth, while the homemade dough ensures a superior texture compared to store-bought alternatives. Perfect for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a cozy weeknight meal, these wontons are a versatile addition to any table. Impress your guests with this timeless dish that brings home-style comfort and international flair to your dining experience.
Won Ton #1
Description
These classic wontons offer a delightful balance of textures, featuring thin, delicate wrappers encasing a savory blend of chopped pork, shrimp, and aromatics. Whether you prefer them crispy and golden as an appetizer or simmered gently in a rich broth for a comforting soup, this recipe delivers authentic flavor with every bite. The filling is enhanced with soy sauce, mushrooms, and green onions for depth, while the homemade dough ensures a superior texture compared to store-bought alternatives. Perfect for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or a cozy weeknight meal, these wontons are a versatile addition to any table. Impress your guests with this timeless dish that brings home-style comfort and international flair to your dining experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Sift the flour and salt together in a mixing bowl.
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Add the beaten egg and cold water to the flour mixture and mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
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Wrap the dough and refrigerate for 1 hour to rest.
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Roll the rested dough out on a floured board until it is paper-thin.
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Dust the rolled dough with flour and cut it into 3-inch squares.
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Stack the cut squares between sheets of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pork, chopped shrimp, finely chopped onions, soy sauce, chopped button mushrooms, salt, and cornstarch. Mix well to create the filling.
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To wrap, place a wonton skin on the palm of your left hand.
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Place 1/2 teaspoon of the filling in the corner of the square closest to your wrist.
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Fold that corner over the filling, then roll the dough toward the center of the square to form a triangle shape.
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Join the two loose ends of the triangle together using a tiny dab of water or egg wash as a sealant.
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Repeat until all filling and skins are used.
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For fried wontons: Heat 3 to 4 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or frying pan over medium-high heat.
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Carefully add wrapped wontons to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove fried wontons with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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For soup wontons: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Drop wontons into the boiling water a few at a time.
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Cook until the wontons float to the surface, indicating the meat is cooked through.
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Remove cooked wontons with a slotted spoon and set aside.
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In a separate pot, bring chicken broth, gourmet powder, soy sauce, and sesame oil to a boil.
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Season the broth with salt to taste.
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Add the boiled wontons to the broth and heat just enough to warm them through; do not overcook.
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Serve the soup in bowls, garnished with diced green onions or Chinese parsley.
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Optionally, top the soup with cooked chicken or barbecue pork.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 327.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.9g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4876.8mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 68.4g23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 9.0g18%
* 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
Filling Ingredients: The filling requires: 1/4 lb chopped pork, 1/4 lb chopped raw shrimp, 2 tsp finely chopped onions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp chopped button mushrooms (optional), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp cornstarch.
Soup Ingredients: For the soup base, use: 1 quart chicken broth, 1/4 tsp gourmet powder, 1 tsp soy sauce, 2 stalks green onions chopped, Chinese parsley, salt to taste, and a few drops of sesame oil (optional).
Variations: You can serve these wontons as crispy appetizers for cocktail parties or as a comforting soup. Cooked chicken or barbecue pork may be added on top of the soup for extra richness.
Wrapping Tips: There are many ways to wrap wontons, but the triangle fold described is one of the simplest. Ensure the edges are sealed tightly to prevent leakage during cooking.
Cooking Advice: Do not overcook the wontons in the broth, as the skins can become mushy. For fried wontons, ensure the oil is hot enough to achieve a golden brown color without absorbing too much oil.
