Wonton Soup with Chinese Flair
A light and savory soup featuring wontons filled with a delicious katsuobushi and oozing cheese mixture, served in a richly flavored broth.
Ingredients
- ●12-15 wrappers Wonton wrappers (chinese)
- ●2 tablespoons Katsuobushi (Japanese dried and fermented bonito flakes)Soak in water for 10 minutes to rehydrate before using
- ●1 cup shredded Oozing cheese
- ●1/4 cup chopped Charred scallions (for garnish)
- ●4 cups Vegetable broth
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- ●1-inch piece Ginger
- ●2 cloves Garlic
- ● Salt and pepper
Instructions
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1. Bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
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2. Reduce heat and add soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
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3. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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4. Soak katsuobushi in water for 10 minutes to rehydrate.
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5. Drain and chop katsuobushi.
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6. In a bowl, mix together katsuobushi, oozing cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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7. Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean surface.
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8. Place a tablespoon of the katsuobushi mixture in the center of the wrapper.
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9. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper.
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10. Fold the wrapper into a triangle by bringing the two opposite corners together to form a point.
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11. Press the edges together to seal the wonton.
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12. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
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13. When the broth is ready, add the wontons and cook for 2-3 minutes or until they float to the surface.
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14. Serve hot, garnished with charred scallions.