Homemade Wonton Soup

Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines savory broth with delicate dumplings filled with seasoned meat.

This Chinese classic is surprisingly easy to make at home and can be customized with your favorite fillings and add-ins. Whether you’re craving a warm appetizer or a satisfying main course, this recipe delivers authentic flavors that rival your favorite restaurant version.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowl
• Small spoon
• Large pot
• Slotted spoon
• Tongs or ladle

Ingredients

For the Wontons:

• 1 lb ground pork or chicken
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• ½ tsp white pepper (optional)
• 30-40 wonton wrappers

For the Broth:

• 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 cup sliced bok choy or spinach (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Prepare the Wontons:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and white pepper. Mix until well combined.
   • Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.
   • Wet the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it into a triangle, and press the edges to seal. Bring the two bottom corners together and seal with a dab of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
2. Make the Broth:
   • In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
   • Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in soy sauce and bring to a simmer.
3. Cook the Wontons:
   • Gently drop the wontons into the simmering broth. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.
   • Add bok choy or spinach (if using) and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
4. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each bowl gets a generous portion of wontons and broth. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Prep Time
20 minutes

Cook Time
15 minutes

Total Time
35 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, approx. 6 servings)

Calories: ~250

Protein: 18g

Carbohydrates: 20g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 2g

Sodium: 800mg

Expert Tips

• Make a large batch of wontons and freeze them for future use. Place uncooked wontons on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, and transfer to a freezer bag.
• Use shrimp, turkey, or a mix of meats for different flavors.
• Add mushrooms or water chestnuts for extra texture in the filling.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought wontons?

Yes, pre-made wontons work perfectly if you’re short on time.

What other vegetables can I add?

Sliced carrots, napa cabbage, or bean sprouts are great additions.

Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes, substitute the meat filling with a mixture of tofu, mushrooms, and finely chopped vegetables, and use vegetable broth.

Storing & Reheating

Storing: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat to avoid breaking the wontons.

Substitutions & Variations

• Use gluten-free wrappers and broth to make this dish gluten-free.
• Add chili oil or a drizzle of sriracha for a spicy kick.
• Include cooked noodles for a heartier meal.

Homemade Wonton Soup

Homemade Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines savory broth with delicate dumplings filled with seasoned meat.

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Equipment

• - Mixing bowl
• - Small spoon
• Large pot
• - Slotted spoon
• - Tongs or ladle

Ingredients

  

• **For the Wontons:**
• - 1 lb ground pork or chicken
• - 2 green onions finely chopped
• - 1 tbsp soy sauce
• - 1 tbsp sesame oil
• - 1 tsp minced garlic
• - 1 tsp grated ginger
• - ½ tsp white pepper optional
• - 30-40 wonton wrappers
• **For the Broth:**
• - 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• - 2 tbsp soy sauce
• - 1 tbsp sesame oil
• - 1 tsp grated ginger
• - 2 garlic cloves minced
• - 2 green onions sliced
• - 1 cup sliced bok choy or spinach optional
• - Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• **Prepare the Wontons:**
• - In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and white pepper. Mix until well combined.
• - Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.
• - Wet the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it into a triangle, and press the edges to seal. Bring the two bottom corners together and seal with a dab of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
• **Make the Broth:**
• - In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
• - Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in soy sauce and bring to a simmer.
• **Cook the Wontons:**
• - Gently drop the wontons into the simmering broth. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the wontons float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.
• - Add bok choy or spinach (if using) and simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes.