
Shiitake Mushrooms Wonton Soup
Pleated parcels of seasoned shiitake mushrooms, steamed till glassy — a labour of love worth every fold. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.
Ingredients
- Ginger3 cloves, grated
- Spring Onions3, finely sliced
- Soy Sauce2 tbsp
- Sesame Oil1 tbsp
- Dumpling Wrappers30
- Shiitake Mushrooms300 g
- Chicken Broth1 litre
- Wonton Wrappers30
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish
Instructions
- 1
Mince the shiitake mushrooms finely and mix with the garlic, ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil.
- 2
Place a spoonful of filling in the centre of each wrapper, wet the edge, and pleat to seal tightly.
- 3
Arrange the dumplings in a steamer lined with cabbage leaves, without touching.
- 4
Steam over high heat for 8-10 minutes until the wrappers turn glassy and the filling is cooked.
- 5
Serve straight away with a dipping sauce of soy, vinegar and a few spring onions.
Chef's tip
Wet the wrapper edges well and press out any air pockets before pleating.
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