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Wonton Soup — A Warm, Comforting Taste of Tradition

Wonton Soup is one of the most beloved dishes in Chinese cuisine — a light yet flavorful broth filled with delicate dumplings stuffed with savory meat or shrimp. It’s a perfect balance of comfort, elegance, and simplicity. Making wonton soup at home may look intimidating, but it’s surprisingly easy and incredibly rewarding once you learn the method. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide to help you prepare authentic, restaurant-quality wonton soup in your own kitchen.

🥢 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Wontons:

30–35 wonton wrappers (round or square)
½ pound ground pork (or substitute with chicken or shrimp)
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 small clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper if unavailable)
Pinch of salt

For the Broth:

6 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
2 cups water
2–3 slices of fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish (optional):

Chopped green onions
Fresh cilantro leaves
A drizzle of chili oil or soy sauce

🥣 Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Wonton Filling

In a medium bowl, combine ground pork (or shrimp/chicken) with chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or clean hands until the filling becomes sticky and well blended.
Tip: If you want extra juicy wontons, add a teaspoon of cornstarch or a splash of water to the filling.

Step 2: Assemble the Wontons

Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center. Dip your finger in water and lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper.

For triangle shape: Fold the wrapper in half diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal tightly.
For the traditional fold: Bring the two opposite corners together and press them firmly to create a classic “hat” shape.

Repeat until all filling is used. Keep the finished wontons covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.

Step 3: Make the Broth

In a large pot, add the chicken broth, water, ginger slices, and garlic. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes so the flavors infuse. Then remove the ginger and garlic.
Add soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper to balance the taste. Keep the broth warm while you cook the wontons.