Ingredients
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Filling
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1/2 lb Minced Pork
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1/2 - 1 lb Fresh Shrimp
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a hand full Dry Shrimpsoak in the water overnight or steam them with water, and then cut to small pieces
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2 bunches Watercresscut and mince to very thin and small pieces! You can find the vegetable at any Chinese Supermarket
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2 Tablespoon Gingermince the ginger, since I like the flavor of ginger, I pick a big piece of ginger and then minced it
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1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
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1 Tablespoon Oyster Sauce
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1 Tablespoon Cooking Wine
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1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
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a pinch Salt
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a pinch White Pepper
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Wrapper
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2 Packs Wonton Wrapper
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Soup Base
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1/2 teaspoon Soy Sauce
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1/2 teaspoon Chinese Black Vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
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Whole Pack Chicken StockOptional
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little bit Pickled Vegetable
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half bunch clear noodleOptional
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little bit Chicken BreastOptional
Directions
Delicious Watercress Shrimp Wonton Soup: A Taste of Southern China
Watercress Shrimp Wonton Soup is a beloved dish in Southern Chinese cities, known for its fresh and flavorful ingredients. Recently, while at the YMCA, I overheard a lady in the locker room raving about her homemade version. She claimed her wonton soup was far superior to any restaurant’s, and her recipe sounded so intriguing that I couldn’t wait to try it myself. Today, I’m excited to share my enhanced version of her recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Watercress Shrimp Wonton Soup
Watercress adds a peppery flavor and is rich in vitamins, while shrimp provides lean protein. The combination of these ingredients in a savory chicken broth creates a comforting and satisfying meal.
Tips for Perfect Wonton Soup
- Wonton Wrappers: You can find wonton wrappers at any Chinese supermarket.
- Folding Wontons: Folding wontons is easy and there are plenty of tutorials online. I’ll be sharing my step-by-step guide soon!
- Soup Base: If you don’t have chicken soup, a water base with soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, dried seaweed, and pickled vegetables will do the trick.
Final Thoughts
Watercress Shrimp Wonton Soup is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Southern China to your kitchen. Whether you’re making it for a cozy dinner or sharing it with friends, this recipe is sure to impress. Try it out and let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
Other Wonton Dishes:
Steps
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Mix the FillingsMix well the minced watercress, pork, refresh shrimps and dry shrimps |
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Season and Mix the FillingsAdd soy sauce, oyster sauce, cooking wine, sesame oil, salt and white pepper to the mixture, and stir with a pair of chopsticks in one direction for 2 minutes until the mixture becomes sticky |
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Prepare the BaseStart with a rich chicken soup base. If you don't have chicken soup, you can use water and add soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, dried seaweed, and pickled vegetables to enhance the flavor. |
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Cook the Noodles and ChickenAdd shredded chicken and clear noodles to the soup. Let it simmer while you prepare the wontons. |
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Make the WontonsFill wonton wrappers with a mixture of chopped shrimp and watercress. Folding wontons is simple, and you can find numerous tutorials on YouTube. I’ll create my own tutorial soon! |
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Cook the WontonsFolding wontons is easy and there are plenty of tutorials online. I’ll be sharing my step-by-step guide soon! |
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Serve and EnjoyLadle the soup into bowls, making sure to include plenty of wontons, chicken, and clear noodles. Garnish with Scallion and Cilantro for a fresh touch. |
