Easy Wonton Soup

This simple wonton soup is a perfect base recipe for a quick and comforting meal. Customize it by adding mushrooms, spinach, bok choy, prawns, or enjoy its simplicity!

Ingredients

For the Wontons:

1 pound ground pork

2 green onions, minced

1 large egg, beaten

2 teaspoons hot sauce

Ground black pepper, to taste

1 (16 oz) package wonton wrappers

For the Soup:

2 (32 oz) cartons chicken broth

1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, grated

5 green onions, sliced

Salt and pepper, to taste

Dash of soy sauce (optional, to taste)

Directions

1. Prepare the Wontons:

In a bowl, mix together ground pork, minced green onions, beaten egg, hot sauce, and black pepper.

Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Place a heaping teaspoon of the pork mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper.

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the bottom point to the top point to create a triangle and pinch to seal.

Fold the two outer points of the triangle toward the center and pinch together.

Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

2. Make the Soup:

Pour the chicken broth into a large pot and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

Add the grated ginger to the broth for a fragrant and slightly spicy kick.

3. Cook the Wontons:

Gently add the prepared wontons to the boiling broth.

Cook for about 6 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through.

4. Season the Broth:

Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

Add a dash of soy sauce if desired for extra umami flavor.

5. Serve:

Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a generous number of wontons.

Garnish with sliced green onions and an additional drizzle of soy sauce, if desired.

Tips and Variations:

Extra Veggies: Add mushrooms, bok choy, spinach, or celery for a more robust soup.

Protein Swap: Substitute ground chicken or shrimp for pork in the wontons.

Spicy Kick: Serve with chili oil or Sriracha for extra heat.

Storage: Freeze uncooked wontons for up to 3 months for a quick meal later. Cook directly from frozen by adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 4-6

This Easy Wonton Soup is warm, flavorful, and the ultimate comfort food. Whether you stick to the basics or get creative with add-ins, it’s sure to delight! 🥟🍲