Imagine a dish that transports you straight to the bustling streets of China, where every bite is a symphony of delicate flavors and spicy warmth. Our Steamed Wontons in Chili Broth are not just a meal—they're a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and revolutionize your home cooking experience. These little parcels of pure deliciousness are about to become your new obsession, promising restaurant-quality taste with surprisingly simple preparation.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chili oil
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the wonton filling by combining ground pork, minced ginger, and soy sauce in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean work surface. Place a small teaspoon of the pork mixture in the center of each wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your fingertip. Fold the wrapper diagonally to create a triangle, pressing edges to seal completely.
- Bring the two bottom corners of the triangle together, creating a small purse-like shape. Press to seal firmly.
- Prepare a steamer by lining it with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Arrange wontons in a single layer without touching.
- Steam the wontons over boiling water for 6-8 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through and the wrapper becomes translucent.
- While wontons are steaming, heat chicken broth in a separate pot. Add chili oil and stir to combine, creating a spicy broth.
- Once wontons are cooked, carefully transfer them into serving bowls. Pour the hot chili broth over the wontons.
- Garnish with finely chopped green onions and an extra drizzle of chili oil if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the delicate wontons swimming in the spicy, aromatic broth.
Tips
- • Keep your wonton wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying while you're assembling • Use cold meat mixture for easier handling and better wrapper sealing • Don't overfill wontons—a small teaspoon of filling is perfect to prevent bursting • Ensure your steamer is well-oiled or lined to prevent sticking • Test one wonton first to gauge exact cooking time based on your steamer • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Shaoxing wine to your pork mixture • Let wontons rest for 1-2 minutes after steaming to allow flavors to settle • Adjust chili oil quantity to match your spice tolerance
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg
