Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup chopped shrimp
- 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced bamboo shoots
- 1/4 cup sliced carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced snow peas
- 1/4 cup sliced baby corn
- 1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts
- 1/4 cup sliced scallions
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, chopped water chestnuts, chopped scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Take a wonton wrapper and place a teaspoon of the pork mixture in the center. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle and press the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and pork mixture.
3. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add sliced mushrooms, sliced bamboo shoots, sliced carrots, sliced snow peas, sliced baby corn, sliced water chestnuts, sliced scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Add the wontons to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes or until they float to the surface.
5. Serve hot and garnish with sliced scallions.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Boiling
Serving size:
- 6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 325
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground chicken or turkey can be used instead of ground pork.
- Chopped water chestnuts can be substituted with chopped celery.
- Sliced mushrooms can be substituted with sliced shiitake mushrooms.
- Sliced bamboo shoots can be substituted with sliced canned bamboo shoots.
Variations:
- Add chopped bok choy or spinach to the soup.
- Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian version.
- Add a dash of chili oil for a spicy version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to seal the wonton wrappers tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- Cook the wontons in small batches to prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the wontons from the pot to prevent them from breaking apart.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls and garnish with sliced scallions.
Garnishes:
- Sliced scallions
Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed dumplings
- Egg rolls
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the wontons are breaking apart, make sure to seal them tightly and cook them in small batches.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork and shrimp filling to an internal temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Lung Fung soup is a popular Chinese soup that originated in the Guangdong province.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory
- Umami
- Salty
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup as a main course for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Chinese