Published Dec 02, 2020 Updated Oct 17, 2024 Pork dumpling soup is a hearty dish year-round, but I especially enjoy it when it’s cold, particularly during the fall and winter months. It’s also a festive recipe for Chinese New Year. In my family, our celebration isn’t complete without siu kow because dumplings symbolize wealth and good fortune. Shaped like ancient Chinese gold ingots, they’re believed to bring prosperity. Additionally, the word “siu” can mean both “water” and “money” in Cantonese, further enhancing their symbolic value. Soup is significant during festive seasons because it represents warmth, nourishment, and good health. It’s comforting and thought to bring balance and luck, with some soups incorporating ingredients that symbolize long life and prosperity. My easy pork dumpling soup recipe is quick and fuss-free. It comes together in under 20 minutes and just 5 simple steps. This dish is perfect for a satisfying meal that’s sure to warm you up! Looking for more Chinese soup recipes? Check out my Hot and Sour Soup, Shanghai-Style Borscht Soup (Luo Song Tang) and West Lake Beef Soup recipes! Shopping Guide: When shopping for wrappers, look for ‘Siu Kow’ (Water Dumplings) wrappers at your local Asian store. They’re usually square and pale yellow, with a thinner, more flexible texture than regular wonton wrappers. If you can’t find them, regular wonton wrappers will work just fine. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
