Photon Soup

Step 1

Place stock, ginger, garlic, scallions (white parts only) 5 Spice, pepper into a medium pot and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Add frozen wontons and return to a boil.

Step 3

Simmer 5 minutes or according to directions on the package (perhaps longer for bigger ones).

Step 4

Add greens (optional)

Step 5

When wontons float, they should be done.

Step 6

Add the green scallions, soy sauce, fish sauce and sugar.

Step 7

Taste for salt. Adjust. The broth should taste flavorful and have depth, so adjust with soy sauce,fish sauce or salt, as necessary.

Step 8

Ladle into two large bowls and top with fresh bean spouts, a handful of herbs, thinly sliced jalapeño peppers. Stir in sriracha sauce and hoisin to taste.