Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 package

pork sausage

0.5 cup

turnip

finely chopped

0.5 cup

onion

finely chopped

2 tbsp

green onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

soy sauce

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.5 tsp

ginger root

freshly grated

85 unit

wonton wrappers

divided

1 unit

egg white

2 cup

cooked chicken

shredded or chopped

8 cup

chicken stock

1 pinch

kosher salt

1 pinch

freshly ground black pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Combine sausage, turnip, onion, green onion, soy sauce, whole egg, and ginger in a large bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix the ingredients until thoroughly blended.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut 10 wonton wrappers into 1-inch strips to create noodles.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the noodles to prevent them from drying out.

Step 5
~3 min

Place several wonton wrappers on a clean work surface.

Step 6
~3 min

Brush the edges of the wrappers lightly with egg white.

Step 7
~3 min

Spoon one teaspoon of the sausage filling onto the center of each wrapper.

Step 8
~3 min

Fold one edge of the wrapper over to meet the other edge, forming a rectangle.

Step 9
~3 min

Press the edges together firmly to seal the wonton.

Step 10
~3 min

Join the bottom two ends of the rectangle together to form a dumpling.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover the filled wontons with a damp towel to keep them moist.

Step 12
~3 min

Pour the chicken stock into a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 13
~3 min

Carefully drop the wontons into the boiling stock one at a time, ensuring they don't stick together.

Step 14
~3 min

Stir the soup occasionally to prevent the wontons from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the wonton noodle strips and shredded chicken to the soup.

Step 16
~3 min

Cook for approximately 10 minutes, or until the wontons float to the top and the filling reaches 160°F.

Step 17
~3 min

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped green onion if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the wontons ahead of time and freeze them for later use.

Adjust the amount of soy sauce and pepper to your taste.

Use a high-quality chicken stock for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Wontons can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a starter or light meal.

Pair with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lumpia
Pancit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Philippines

Cultural Significance

Molo soup is a popular dish served during special occasions and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday meal
Cold weather
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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