Won ton soup is a classic Chinese soup known for its delicate and flavorful dumplings called wontons. The soup typically features a clear broth, filled with wontons that are filled with a mixture of ground meat (such as pork or shrimp) and seasonings. Here is the basic recipe:

Ingredients:

For Won tons:

• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1/2 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 egg
• Won ton wrappers

For Soup:

• 8 cups chicken broth
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and white pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Prepare Won ton Filling:

• In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and the egg. Mix until well combined.

Assemble Won tons:

• Lay out a won ton wrapper, place a small amount of filling in the center.
• Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold it into a triangle or your desired shape. Press the edges to seal.

Cook Won tons:

• Bring a pot of water to a boil.
• Drop the won tons into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.

Prepare Soup:

• In a separate pot, heat chicken broth over medium heat.
• Add sliced green onions, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to the broth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve:

• Place a few cooked won tons in each serving bowl.
• Ladle hot soup over the won tons.

Garnish and Enjoy:

• Garnish the soup with additional sliced green onions if desired.
• Serve hot and enjoy your homemade won ton soup.

Tips:

Feel free to customize the filling or add vegetables to the soup for variation. Won ton soup is a comforting and delightful dish that is enjoyed in many Asian cuisines.