Classic Chinese Wontons

1. 1

   Mix the pork, scallions, mushrooms, ginger, sesame oil, cilantro, soy sauce, and pepper.

2. 2

   Spoon a teaspoon of the pork mixture into the center of a wrapper.

3. 3

   Brush the edges lightly with egg, fold the wrapper in half, and crimp the edges to seal.

4. 4

   Transfer to a cornstarch-dusted baking sheet.

5. 5

   Fill a large saucepan about onefourth full of water and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Line a steamer with lettuce and add the wontons.

7. 7

   Place the steamer on a rack so it sits above the water.

8. 8

   Cover and steam the dumplings for 10 minutes or until cooked through.

9. 9

   Serve at once.

10. 10

    Variation

11. 11

    Wonton Soup

12. 12

    Instead of steaming the wontons, cook them in a rich chicken broth, along with such vegetables as sliced bok choy, baby corn, or chopped Chinese broccoli.

13. 13

    Simmer 10 minutes or until wontons are cooked.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.