Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...
Carmina wanted to make her own home-made wonton, but it turns out to be the same lumpia shanghai recipe of Manang V. Only difference my ingredients I added became my own special recipe.
The green onion I had growing in my window used some of it cutting the tips.
I also purchased half kilo fresh shrimp known to use for tempura at Farmers Market.
I couldn't believe the prices of food now realizing I use to live someone's home not fully paying my groceries.
Now, I can relate to my family and friends who has always complained about the expenses they have weekly on food.
We learn to start budget what we can only afford.
One reason I wanted to make my own dumplings having it stocked up in my freezer.
Those days I wanted to just eat soup or fried wanton I can just cook it at home.
Carmina's Special Dumpling Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 Kilo Fresh Shrimp (remove shell, head and clean it)
- 1 - Pack of Molo Wrapper
- 1/2 Kilo Ground Pork
- 1 - Carrot (grated)
- 1/2 Cup Green Onions (chopped)
- Black Pepper (season to taste)
- Salt (season to taste)
- MSG (season to taste)
- 1 Tbsp. - Oyster Sauce
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- 1 Garlic bulb (minced)
The hardest work is when you are cleaning the shrimp because you will remove the shells, head (save it and place in the freezer) and the guts inside on both ends.
We will use a food processor to make portion smaller. I didn't want to use a knife too many when you're doing it alone.
I did the same with the carrot and garlic.
Simple way to get everything done.
Add all ingredients together mixing well place inside a plastic container make sure you test a sample by frying some pieces to see if the taste is alright before you just wrapping each one.
I used a half teaspoon of filling inside each molo wrapper and sealed it with just water.
Storing in Freezer:
Make sure you have a plastic container and having wax paper after each layer or can use what you have in your home.
There are ways you can cook your wonton deep drying to eat it with ketchup or sweet chili sauce with some rice.
Other people add it to a soup base just like what I made recently using instant ramen for my lunch.
All depends on your mood how you feel like eating your wonton.
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