Description
This Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish made with tender ground chicken wontons in a rich, aromatic broth. With fresh vegetables and the perfect balance of soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger, it’s a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wontons:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 30–40 wonton wrappers
For the Soup:
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups baby bok choy or spinach
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Wonton Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and white pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper.
- Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water, then fold it over to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal, and then fold the two outer corners of the triangle toward the center, pinching them together to form a pouch. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Make the Soup:
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic, stirring to combine.
- If using mushrooms, add them to the pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Cook the Wontons:
- Gently add the prepared wontons to the simmering broth, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook the wontons for 4-6 minutes, or until they float to the surface and the filling is fully cooked.
- Add the Vegetables:
- Once the wontons are cooked, add the bok choy or spinach to the soup. Stir until the greens are wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each bowl gets some wontons and vegetables. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can make the wontons ahead of time and freeze them for later use. Simply place them in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and then transfer to a zip-top bag for storage.
- For a richer broth, you can substitute some of the chicken broth with a splash of chicken stock.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Chinese