wonton soup

Wonton Soup: A Delicious and Comforting Asian Classic

Wonton soup is a traditional Chinese dish that combines delicate dumplings with a rich, flavorful broth. This warm and satisfying soup is popular worldwide for its comforting taste and nourishing ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a homemade alternative to takeout or just want to try something new, this step-by-step guide will help you make authentic wonton soup from scratch.

Ingredients for Wonton Soup

For the Wontons:

1/2 pound (225g) ground pork (or chicken/shrimp)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cornstarch
20-25 wonton wrappers
1 egg (for sealing the wrappers, optional)

For the Broth:

4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 green onion, chopped
A handful of bok choy or spinach (optional)
Salt to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Wonton Filling

In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork (or your preferred protein) with salt, white pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onion, and cornstarch.
Mix everything well until the filling is smooth and slightly sticky. Set aside.

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