Delicious Won Ton Recipes to Try at Home

Traditional Won Ton Soup Recipe

If you’re a fan of Chinese cuisine, you’ve likely enjoyed a steaming bowl of won ton soup at your favorite restaurant. But did you know that it’s easy to recreate this classic dish at home? Here’s a traditional won ton soup recipe to get you started.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1/4 cup minced water chestnuts
• 1/4 cup minced bamboo shoots
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 24 won ton wrappers
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups chopped bok choy

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and white pepper.
2. Place a won ton wrapper in the palm of your hand and spoon a small amount of filling into the center. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Add the won tons and bok choy and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the won tons are cooked through and the bok choy is tender.
4. Serve hot and enjoy your homemade won ton soup!

Crispy Fried Won Ton Recipe

If you’re in the mood for a crunchy snack or appetizer, crispy fried won tons are the perfect choice. They’re easy to make and can be customized with different fillings and dipping sauces. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started.

Ingredients:

• 24 won ton wrappers
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, shredded cabbage, green onions, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
2. Place a won ton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon a small amount of filling into the center. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the won tons in batches and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the won tons from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or soy sauce with a splash of rice vinegar. Enjoy your delicious and crispy fried won tons!

Spicy Szechuan Won Ton Recipe

For those who enjoy a bit of heat and bold flavors, Szechuan-style won tons are a must-try. This recipe combines a savory pork filling with a spicy sauce that packs a punch. Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients:
For the filling:

• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/4 cup chopped bamboo shoots
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 24 won ton wrappers

For the sauce:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Chinkiang vinegar (or rice vinegar)
• 1 tablespoon chili oil
• 1 tablespoon Szechuan peppercorn powder (or chili flakes)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 cloves minced garlic

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, bamboo shoots, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
2. Place a won ton wrapper in the palm of your hand and spoon a small amount of filling into the center. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the won tons. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the won tons float to the surface and are cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, Szechuan peppercorn powder, sugar, and garlic.
5. Serve the won tons hot, drizzled with the spicy sauce. Garnish with additional chopped green onions, if desired. Enjoy your delicious and fiery Szechuan-style won tons!

Vegetarian Won Ton Recipe

If you’re looking for a meatless alternative to traditional won tons, this vegetarian version is a great option. It’s packed with veggies and flavor, making it a delicious and healthy choice. Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup chopped shiitake mushrooms
• 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 24 won ton wrappers
• 6 cups vegetable broth

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the shredded carrots, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, water chestnuts, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar.
2. Place a won ton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon a small amount of filling into the center. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot. Add the won tons and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the won tons are cooked through and the veggies are tender.
4. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious vegetarian won tons. You can also customize the filling with your favorite veggies, such as spinach or bok choy.

Sweet Dessert Won Ton Recipe

Won tons aren’t just for savory dishes – they can also be used to create sweet and delicious desserts. This recipe combines crispy won ton wrappers with a sweet cream cheese filling and a drizzle of honey. Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 24 won ton wrappers
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Honey for drizzling

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. Place a won ton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon a small amount of filling into the center. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the won tons in batches and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the won tons from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. Drizzle honey over the won tons and serve them warm. You can also dust them with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. Enjoy your delicious and unique dessert won tons!