Easy Wonton Soup Recipe

Delicious and Quick Chinese Dish

Discover this easy wonton soup recipe, featuring flavorful pork and shrimp dumplings in a savory broth. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal, ready in under an hour. Learn how to make this delicious Chinese dish at home!

This wonton soup is really easy to make, but bursting with flavor!

You can make the wontons ahead of time and freeze them or make extra wontons to be frozen, and used later on.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use store-bought wonton wrappers? Yes, store-bought wonton wrappers work perfectly for this recipe.

2. How do I store leftover wonton soup? Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

3. Can I freeze wonton soup? You can freeze the uncooked wontons, but it's best to make the broth fresh.

4. How do I reheat leftovers? Reheat gently on the stovetop until warmed through.

5. What can I serve with wonton soup? Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad.

6. Can I make this dish vegetarian? Yes, substitute the pork and shrimp with tofu and finely chopped vegetables.

7. How do I prevent wontons from falling apart? Make sure the edges are well-sealed and avoid overcooking.

8. Can I use a different type of broth? Yes, vegetable broth or beef broth can be used as alternatives.

9. How do I adjust the seasoning? Taste the broth and adjust the soy sauce, salt, or sugar to your preference.

10. What type of shrimp should I use? Use fresh or frozen shrimp that is deveined and minced.

11. Can I add noodles to this soup? Yes, adding rice noodles can make the soup heartier.

12. How do I make the soup spicier? Add red pepper flakes or a splash of chili oil.

13. Can I use ground chicken instead of pork? Yes, ground chicken is a great substitute.

14. How do I know when the wontons are cooked? They will float to the top when fully cooked.

15. Can I prepare the wontons in advance? Yes, prepare and freeze them until ready to cook.

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Wonton Soup Recipe

Serving: 4-6 people

Introduction

Wonton soup is a delicious Chinese dish featuring dumplings filled with pork and shrimp, served in a flavorful broth. It's perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

For the Broth:

  • 8 cups chicken broth

  • 4 cups water

  • 5 stems of scallion whites

  • 2 cloves garlic

  • 1 tsp soy sauce

  • 1.5 tsp Shaoxing wine

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 2 baby bok choy

  • Scallion for garnish

  • Salt to taste

For the Wonton Dumplings:

  • 8 oz pork (minced)

  • 5 jumbo shrimp (minced)

  • 1 tsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp Shaoxing wine

  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil

  • 1/4 tsp ginger paste

  • 2 garlic cloves (grated)

  • 1/4 tsp white pepper

  • 1 scallion (minced)

  • 2 tsp cornstarch

  • 25 to 30 wonton wrappers

Directions

  1. Prepare Broth: In a 6-quart pot, add chicken broth, water, scallion whites, garlic, cooking wine, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 30 minutes.

  2. Prepare Dumplings: In a bowl, combine minced pork, minced shrimp, scallions, soy sauce, cooking wine, sesame oil, pepper, and cornstarch. Add 1 tsp of the meat mixture to the center of a wonton wrapper, wet the edges, fold, and seal.

  3. Cook Dumplings: Add wonton dumplings to boiling broth and cook for 5 minutes or until they float. Remove and serve in individual bowls, ladling hot broth over the dumplings. Garnish with scallion.

Additional Notes

  • Storage: Unused wontons can be frozen for later use.

  • Variations: Add other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor.

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free wrappers and soy sauce.

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