Description
Homemade wonton soup is a comforting, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for chilly evenings. Made with tender wontons filled with seasoned meat or shrimp and served in a light, aromatic broth, this classic Asian-inspired recipe is a healthier alternative to takeout.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 pound ground chicken or ground shrimp (or a mix of both)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and garlic powder.
- Add ground chicken, shrimp, or a mix of both, stirring until combined.
- Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Moisten edges with water, fold into a triangle, and seal.
- Bring two corners of the triangle together and pinch into shape.
- Cook the Wontons:
- Boil water in a pot. Add wontons in batches and cook for 4–5 minutes until they float.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Prepare the Broth:
- Bring chicken or vegetable stock to a boil. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and optional vegetables like bok choy or mushrooms.
- Assemble the Soup:
- Add cooked wontons to the broth and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with scallions or cilantro.
Notes
-
- Freeze uncooked wontons for up to 2 months; cook directly from frozen.
- Add chili oil or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- Use gluten-free wrappers and tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Asian
