Wonton Soup
Light, comforting, and full of delicate flavor, Wonton Soup is a classic Chinese dish featuring tender dumplings (wontons) floating in a clear, savory broth. It’s soothing, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to make at home.
Perfect as a starter or a light meal, this homemade version delivers restaurant-quality flavor with fresh ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Light yet filling
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Flavorful homemade broth
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Juicy pork filling
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Ready in about 40 minutes
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Freezer-friendly
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Wontons
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200 g (7 oz) ground pork
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon grated ginger
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon white pepper
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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24–30 wonton wrappers
Optional: finely chopped shrimp for extra flavor.
For the Broth
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6 cups chicken broth
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon grated ginger
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1 garlic clove, crushed
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Salt and white pepper to taste
Garnish:
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Chopped green onions
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Fresh cilantro
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Bok choy or spinach (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Filling
In a bowl, combine:
ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, green onions, salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
Mix gently until well combined.
Step 2: Fill the Wontons
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Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface.
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Add 1 teaspoon filling to the center.
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Dip finger in water and wet edges.
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Fold into a triangle, pressing out air.
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Bring corners together and seal.
Repeat with remaining wrappers.
Step 3: Prepare the Broth
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In a pot, bring chicken broth to a gentle simmer.
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Add soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
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Simmer 5–10 minutes for flavor.
Step 4: Cook the Wontons
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Bring a separate pot of water to boil.
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Add wontons in batches.
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Cook 3–4 minutes until they float and are fully cooked.
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Remove with a slotted spoon.
Step 5: Assemble
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Place cooked wontons into serving bowls.
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Pour hot broth over them.
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Add greens if using (they’ll wilt in hot broth).
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Garnish with green onions and cilantro.
Serve immediately.
Tips for Perfect Wonton Soup
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Don’t overfill wrappers.
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Press out air bubbles to prevent bursting.
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Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel.
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Cook wontons separately to keep broth clear.
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Freeze uncooked wontons for quick future meals.
Delicious Variations
Shrimp Wontons
Replace half the pork with finely chopped shrimp.
Chicken Wontons
Use ground chicken instead of pork.
Spicy Version
Add chili oil or crushed red pepper flakes.
Vegetable Wontons
Use mushrooms, cabbage, carrots, and tofu.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store broth and wontons separately up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze uncooked wontons up to 2 months.
Cook from frozen (add 1–2 extra minutes).
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
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250–300 calories
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18–22 g protein
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20–25 g carbs
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10–12 g fat
Final Thoughts
Wonton Soup is simple, elegant, and deeply comforting. The delicate dumplings and flavorful broth create a dish that feels both light and satisfying.