Savory Bamboo Shoot Wonton Soup
Dive into a bowl of comforting Savory Bamboo Shoot Wonton Soup, a delightful fusion of flavors that combines tender homemade wontons filled with savory pork and aromatic seasonings. The soup is enriched with a rich, fragrant chicken broth, fresh bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms, while the bamboo shoots add a delightful crunch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal to share with family and friends, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking under 15 minutes once your wontons are assembled. Enjoy a warm and nourishing experience with every spoonful!
8
Servings
275
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (None)
Minced garlic
2 teaspoons (Minced)
Fresh ginger
2 tablespoons (Finely chopped)
Scallions
1/4 cup, plus 3 tablespoons (Thinly sliced and finely chopped)
Canned low sodium chicken broth
10 cups (None)
Ground pork
1/2 lb (None)
Egg yolk
1 (None)
Soy sauce
2 teaspoons (None)
Rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons (None)
Sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Wonton wrappers
30 (Thawed if frozen)
Bok choy
1 1/2 cups (Thinly sliced)
Shiitake mushrooms
1/2 cup (Sliced caps)
Bamboo shoots
1/4 cup (Sliced)
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan or soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
2
Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of chopped ginger to the pot and sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant.
3
Stir in the sliced scallions (1/4 cup) followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer.
4
Allow the broth to simmer for 20 to 30 minutes while you prepare the wontons.
5
In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining teaspoon of minced garlic, the remaining tablespoon of chopped ginger, 3 tablespoons of finely chopped scallions, ground pork, egg yolk, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
6
On a clean work surface, lay several wonton wrappers out at a time and keep the remaining wrappers covered with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
7
Fill a small bowl with cool water. Using a teaspoon, place a generous spoonful of the pork filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
8
Moisten the edges of the wonton wrappers with a little water. Fold the wrapper over to form a triangle, sealing the edges tightly to enclose the filling. Moisten the corners of the long edge and bring them together, overlapping them to create a rounded shape. Press firmly to seal.
9
Repeat the process until all wontons are filled and shaped.
10
Once the broth has simmered and developed flavor, add the sliced bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Gently place the prepared wontons into the simmering broth using your hands or a slotted spoon. Increase the heat slightly to maintain a gentle simmer.
12
Cook the wontons until they float to the surface and the pork filling is cooked through, approximately 5 minutes. Stir gently to avoid breaking the wontons.
13
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious and flavorful bamboo shoot wonton soup!
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
37.5g
Carbs
12.5g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber
1.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Bamboo Shoot Wonton Soup?
It is a comforting soup that combines homemade pork wontons with a fragrant chicken broth, bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and crunchy bamboo shoots.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
Is this a quick recipe to prepare?
Yes, once the wontons are assembled, the soup takes under 15 minutes to cook.
What are the main ingredients in the wonton filling?
The filling consists of ground pork, egg yolk, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, minced garlic, ginger, and scallions.
What type of broth is used for the soup base?
The recipe calls for 10 cups of canned low-sodium chicken broth.
How should the ginger and garlic be prepared for the broth?
The garlic should be minced and the ginger should be finely chopped before being sautéed in vegetable oil.
Are bamboo shoots a key part of this dish?
Yes, bamboo shoots are added to the broth to provide a delightful crunch to the soup.
What kind of mushrooms are included?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sliced shiitake mushroom caps.
What vegetables are added to the broth?
Thinly sliced bok choy, sliced shiitake mushrooms, and bamboo shoots are added to the soup.
How do you shape the wontons?
Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a triangle, seal the edges, then bring the corners of the long edge together and overlap them to create a rounded shape.
How many calories are in one serving of this wonton soup?
Each serving contains 275 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 12.5 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each serving contains 10 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
There are 37.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this soup contain fiber?
Yes, there are 2.5 grams of fiber per serving.
How much sugar is in a serving?
Each serving contains 1.5 grams of sugar.
How long should the broth simmer before adding the wontons?
The broth should simmer for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors of the garlic, ginger, and scallions to develop.
How do you know when the wontons are finished cooking?
The wontons are done when they float to the surface and the pork filling is cooked through, which takes about 5 minutes.
Can I use frozen wonton wrappers?
Yes, you can use frozen wrappers, but they should be thawed before you begin assembly.
How many wonton wrappers are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 30 wonton wrappers.
What role does the egg yolk play?
The egg yolk is used as a binder for the ground pork and seasoning mixture inside the wontons.
Is the soup spicy?
It has a mild heat from the inclusion of 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes in the pork filling.
How do you prevent the wonton wrappers from drying out during assembly?
Keep the wrappers you are not currently using covered with plastic wrap.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include soup, wonton, bamboo shoots, quick meal, Asian cuisine, pork, comfort food, low sodium, healthy recipe, and easy dinner.
What oil is best for sautéing the aromatics?
The recipe recommends using 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Is this recipe suitable for a family meal?
Yes, it is described as a satisfying meal to share with family and friends.
What is the preparation for the bok choy?
The 1 1/2 cups of bok choy should be thinly sliced.
How much sesame oil is used in the filling?
The filling uses 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil for flavor.
Does this recipe use rice wine vinegar?
Yes, 1 1/2 teaspoons of rice wine vinegar are added to the pork filling.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 15 specific ingredients required for this Savory Bamboo Shoot Wonton Soup.