Wonton Soup
“Delicate pork and shrimp wontons floating in a clear, aromatic broth, garnished with greens and sesame oil.”
Shrimp
Ginger
Soy Sauce
Wonton Wrapper
Pork
GarlicWhere it comes from
Wonton soup is a staple of Cantonese cuisine, believed to have roots dating back to the Tang Dynasty. It embodies the artful blend of flavors and textures that characterize Chinese cooking, with its delicate wontons symbolizing family unity during Lunar New Year celebrations. Surprisingly, it was once considered a street food before earning its place in fine dining.
On the Palate
What goes into it
How it's made
- 1
Prepare the wontons by mixing ground pork and shrimp with seasonings, then wrapping them in thin dough.
- 2
Simmer the wontons in a clear broth made from chicken or pork bones, infused with aromatics like ginger and scallions.
- 3
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh greens and a drizzle of sesame oil for added depth.
