There’s nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of Homemade Wonton Soup! With juicy, flavorful dumplings floating in a rich, savory broth, this dish is a Chinese restaurant favorite that you can easily make at home.
Whether you’re craving something cozy for a chilly night or just want a delicious, homemade meal, this easy wonton soup recipe is packed with authentic flavors and simple ingredients. Let’s get cooking!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Light Yet Satisfying – A perfect balance of protein, greens, and broth.
✔ Customizable – Choose your favorite protein and fillings.
✔ Great for Meal Prep – Make extra wontons and freeze them for later.
✔ Better Than Takeout – Fresh, homemade flavors without the extra sodium.
Ingredients You’ll Need
🛒 For the Wontons:
- ½ pound ground pork (or shrimp, chicken, or turkey)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 20 wonton wrappers
🛒 For the Broth:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 cup baby bok choy (or spinach)
How to Make Wonton Soup
Step 1: Make the Wonton Filling
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, green onions, white pepper, and cornstarch. Stir until well combined.
Step 2: Fill and Fold the Wontons
2️⃣ Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
3️⃣ Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper.
4️⃣ Fold diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal.
5️⃣ Bring the two corners together and pinch to form the classic wonton shape.
Step 3: Make the Broth
6️⃣ In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
7️⃣ Pour in chicken broth, water, soy sauce, and white pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 4: Cook the Wontons
8️⃣ Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Drop in wontons and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the top.
9️⃣ Transfer cooked wontons to the soup pot. Add bok choy and let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
🔟 Ladle into bowls, garnish with green onions, and enjoy your homemade wonton soup!
Tips for the Best Wonton Soup
✔ Use fresh wrappers – They’re easier to fold and won’t break in the soup.
✔ Freeze extra wontons – Place them on a tray, freeze until firm, then store in a ziplock bag for later.
✔ For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or chili oil when serving.
✔ Want a thicker broth? Stir in 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water.
How to Store & Reheat
- Refrigerate: Store soup and wontons separately for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm the broth and drop in wontons until heated through.
- Freeze: Freeze uncooked wontons for up to 2 months. Cook directly from frozen!
Final Thoughts
This Homemade Wonton Soup is simple, delicious, and bursting with flavor. It’s a quick, cozy meal that’s way better than takeout!
🥢 Will you be making extra wontons to freeze for later? Let us know in the comments! 🍜
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