Wonton Soup Recipe

Introduction

Wonton soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines delicate pork-filled wontons with a savory, aromatic broth. This recipe is perfect for anyone craving a warm, homemade Asian-inspired meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper or black pepper
• 12 ounce package wonton wrappers
• 10 cups unsalted chicken stock
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 6 whole cloves garlic, peeled
• 4 scallions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• Pinch of white pepper
• Thinly sliced scallions to serve

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine ground pork, sliced scallions, minced garlic, minced fresh ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, toasted sesame oil, and white pepper until well mixed.
2. Step 2: Lay one wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center. Dip your fingertip in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper into a triangle, pressing the edges to seal and removing any air.
3. Step 3: Make a small indentation at the base of the triangle. Moisten the two bottom corners with water, bring them together, and press firmly to secure, creating the traditional wonton shape.
4. Step 4: Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers. Arrange wontons on a sheet tray covered with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying.
5. Step 5: In a large pot over medium heat, combine chicken stock, sliced ginger, cloves of garlic, scallions, soy sauce, kosher salt, and white pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Step 6: Strain the broth to remove solids and keep the clear soup warm.
7. Step 7: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add as many wontons as you plan to serve and cook for about 4 minutes until they float to the surface.
8. Step 8: Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked wontons to serving bowls. Ladle warm broth over the wontons, garnish with thinly sliced scallions, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• For a lighter filling, substitute ground pork with ground chicken or shrimp.
• Adding a splash of chili oil or a few drops of soy sauce to the soup enhances the depth of flavor.
• Make wontons ahead of time and freeze them uncooked; cook directly from frozen when ready.
• Use vegetable broth instead of chicken stock for a vegetarian version, replacing pork with tofu and mushrooms in the filling.

Storage

Store any leftover wonton soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove until warmed through. Avoid prolonged reheating to keep wontons from becoming tough. If you have leftover cooked wontons, store them separately from the broth to maintain their texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought wonton wrappers?

Yes, store-bought wonton wrappers work perfectly and save time. Just make sure they don’t dry out while you are filling and folding the wontons.

How can I prevent wontons from sticking together?

Arrange folded wontons on a tray lined with a clean, damp kitchen towel or parchment paper and keep them covered. If freezing, dust them lightly with cornstarch or flour to prevent sticking.

Wonton Soup Recipe

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This comforting Wonton Soup recipe features tender homemade pork-filled wontons served in a flavorful chicken broth infused with ginger, garlic, and scallions. The recipe guides you through making fresh wontons from scratch and simmering a light yet savory soup perfect for a cozy meal.

• Author: Logan
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

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For the wontons

• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper or black pepper
• 12 ounce package wonton wrappers

For the soup

• 10 cups unsalted chicken stock
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 6 whole cloves garlic, peeled
• 4 scallions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• Pinch white pepper
• Thinly sliced scallions to serve

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the ground pork, sliced scallions, minced garlic, minced fresh ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, toasted sesame oil, and white pepper until all ingredients are evenly combined.
2. Assemble the wontons – First fold: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pork filling into the center. Dip your fingertip in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper diagonally over the filling to form a triangle, pressing the edges firmly to seal and push out any air.
3. Assemble the wontons – Second fold: Make a small indentation at the bottom edge of the triangle. Moisten the two bottom corners with water, bring these points together, and press firmly to seal, shaping the wonton into its final form. Use a visual tutorial if needed for clarity.
4. Repeat and rest: Continue assembling the remaining wontons and place them on a sheet tray covered with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying out while preparing the soup.
5. Prepare the broth: In a large pot over medium heat, add chicken stock, sliced ginger, whole garlic cloves, scallions, soy sauce, kosher salt, and white pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
6. Strain the broth: Remove and discard the solid ginger, garlic, and scallions from the soup base, keeping the broth warm on low heat.
7. Cook the wontons: In another large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add a batch of wontons (as many as you plan to serve) to the boiling water and cook for 4 minutes. The wontons will float to the surface when done.
8. Serve: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked wontons to serving bowls. Ladle hot broth over the wontons, garnish with thinly sliced scallions, and serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

• To avoid wontons sticking together, place them on a towel or parchment in a single layer and cover slightly while assembling.
• You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter variation.
• For spicier broth, add a few slices of fresh chili or a dash of chili oil when simmering.
• Leftover broth can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
• Wonton wrappers can be found at most Asian grocery stores or in the refrigerated section of some supermarkets.

Keywords: Wonton Soup, Pork Wontons, Chinese Soup, Homemade Wontons, Comfort Food, Asian Soup