Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of China with this mouthwatering Won Ton in Oyster Sauce recipe. These delicate, handcrafted dumplings are not just a meal, but an experience that combines the rich, umami flavors of ground pork, succulent shrimp, and a luxurious oyster sauce that will have you craving more with every single bite. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a curious food adventurer, this recipe promises to elevate your cooking skills and impress even the most discerning dinner guests.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package won ton wrappers
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup shrimp, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 2 cups oyster sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onion. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Prepare a clean work surface and lay out won ton wrappers. Keep a small bowl of water nearby to help seal the wrappers.
- Place a small spoonful (about 1 teaspoon) of the meat mixture in the center of each won ton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your fingertip. Fold the wrapper diagonally to create a triangle, pressing edges firmly to seal.
- Bring the two bottom corners of the triangle together, moistening one corner to help them stick, creating a classic won ton shape.
- Repeat the process until all wrappers are filled and shaped.
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add won tons carefully, cooking for 4-5 minutes until they float to the surface and look translucent.
- Remove won tons with a slotted spoon and drain excess water.
- In a separate pan, warm the 2 cups of oyster sauce gently.
- Transfer cooked won tons to a serving plate and generously pour warm oyster sauce over them.
- Garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Keep your won ton wrappers covered with a damp cloth while working to prevent them from drying out.
- Use cold ingredients when mixing the filling to help maintain the texture and prevent the mixture from becoming mushy.
- Don't overfill the wrappers - a small teaspoon of filling is perfect to ensure they seal properly and cook evenly.
- Ensure your water is at a rolling boil before adding won tons to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Test one won ton first to check seasoning and cooking time, adjusting as needed.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a small amount of finely minced ginger or garlic to the filling.
- If you're not serving immediately, you can keep won tons warm in a low-temperature oven to prevent them from cooling down and becoming tough.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg
