Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling
Delicate pork and shrimp-filled wontons steamed and served in a light, flavorful broth, inspired by traditional Cantonese comfort food. This chinese-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs ground pork, peeled, deveined, finely chopped shrimp, wonton wrappers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 oz ground pork
- 6 oz, peeled, deveined, finely chopped shrimp
- 24 pieces wonton wrappers
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 2 stalks, finely chopped green onions
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 6 oz ground pork, 6 oz finely chopped shrimp, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 2 finely chopped green onion stalks. Mix until well incorporated.
- Step 2: Place 1 tsp of the filling into the center of each of the 24 wonton wrappers. Moisten edges with water, fold into a triangle, then bring corners together to seal tightly.
- Step 3: Fill a large pot with 6 cups chicken broth, adding 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp white pepper, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Step 4: Line a steaming basket with parchment paper punched with holes or cabbage leaves. Arrange the wontons in the basket so they don't touch.
- Step 5: Steam the wontons over boiling water for 6-7 minutes until the filling is cooked through and wrappers turn translucent.
- Step 6: Transfer steamed wontons to bowls and ladle hot chicken broth over them. Garnish with remaining green onion if desired and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Steamed Wonton Soup with Pork and Shrimp Filling?
Chinese soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
