Homemade Wonton Soup
Introduction: Never get tired of this amazing soup. You can use store-bought wontons, but I like to make mine from scratch—the flavor is unbeatable! There’s something special about the delicate dumplings floating in a rich, savory broth that warms the soul. This homemade version brings comfort and joy to any meal, and once you try it, you’ll be hooked.
Ingredients:
For the Wontons:
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shrimp (optional)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Wonton wrappers
- Water (for sealing wontons)
For the Soup:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 2-3 green onions, sliced
- Baby bok choy or spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Prepare the Wonton Filling:
- In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine (if using), grated ginger, minced garlic, and chopped green onions. Mix well.
- Assemble the Wontons:
- Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal.
- Optionally, bring the two corners of the triangle together and press them to form a traditional wonton shape.
- Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
- Make the Soup Base:
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, sliced ginger, and sliced green onions.
- Let the broth simmer for 5-10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook the Wontons:
- Carefully add the wontons to the simmering broth.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the wontons float to the surface and are fully cooked.
- Add Vegetables (Optional):
- If using baby bok choy or spinach, add them to the soup and cook until wilted.
- Serve:
- Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each bowl has wontons and broth.
- Garnish with extra green onions, if desired.
Enjoy your homemade wonton soup, a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any day!