Description
This homemade wonton soup features tender ground chicken-filled wontons simmered in a flavorful broth enriched with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Paired with fresh baby bok choy or spinach and optional mushrooms, it’s a comforting, easy-to-make Asian-inspired soup perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Wontons
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 30–40 wonton wrappers
Soup
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby bok choy or spinach
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions and fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the wontons: In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated to create the filling.
- Assemble the wontons: Place a small spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges with water to help seal. Fold the wrapper into a triangle by bringing two opposite edges together and press firmly to seal. Then bring the opposite corners of the triangle together and pinch to form a wonton bundle.
- Make the soup base: In a large pot, heat 8 cups of chicken broth over medium heat. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Stir to combine and bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the broth: Let the broth simmer gently for 5-7 minutes to infuse the flavors. Then add baby bok choy or spinach, and optional sliced mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Cook the wontons: Carefully drop the prepared wontons into the simmering soup. Cook them for 4-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving contains plenty of wontons and vegetables. Garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro. Serve the soup warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken with ground pork or shrimp for variation.
- If you cannot find wonton wrappers, use small square dumpling wrappers.
- Adjust the seasoning of the broth with extra soy sauce or white pepper to your preference.
- For a spicier broth, add a dash of chili oil or sliced fresh chili peppers.
- Leftover wontons can be frozen before cooking for quick meals later.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
