Description
Wonton soup is a light and savory Chinese classic featuring delicate pork-filled dumplings served in a clear, flavorful broth with green onions and sesame oil. This comforting dish is surprisingly easy to make at home and can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a full meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wontons:
- ½ pound ground pork
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 24 wonton wrappers
For the Soup:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon white pepper (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Chopped bok choy or spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the ground pork with soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, finely chopped green onion, and cornstarch until well combined to form the wonton filling.
- Assemble the Wontons: Place 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper into a triangle, and press to seal tightly. Then bring the bottom two corners together and pinch to form the traditional wonton shape.
- Heat the Broth: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil over medium heat. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper if using, stirring to combine the flavors.
- Cook the Wontons: Gently drop the prepared wontons into the boiling broth. Cook for 5–6 minutes or until the wontons float to the surface and are cooked through.
- Add Greens and Simmer: Add chopped bok choy or spinach if desired, and simmer for an additional 1–2 minutes until the greens are tender.
- Serve: Ladle the soup and wontons into bowls, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Uncooked wontons can be frozen for later use; simply place them on a baking sheet to freeze before transferring to a sealed bag.
- For added flavor and variety, include cooked shrimp or mushrooms in the wonton filling.
- Store-bought wonton wrappers are convenient and usually found in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.
