Description
This classic Wonton Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender pork-filled wontons cooked in a savory chicken broth with garlic, ginger, and nutritious greens. Perfect as a light meal or appetizer, it combines aromatic Asian seasonings with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Wontons
- 30 wonton wrappers
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Soup Broth
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 cup bok choy or spinach, chopped
Garnish
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Wonton Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about a teaspoon of the pork filling into the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it in half to form a triangle, and press firmly to seal. Optionally, bring the two opposite corners together and press to create the traditional wonton shape. Repeat with all wrappers and filling.
- Make the Soup Base: In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil. Add the minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir to combine and let the broth simmer for 3-5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Cook the Wontons: Carefully add the prepared wontons into the simmering broth. Cook for about 6-8 minutes or until the wontons float to the surface and the pork filling is cooked through.
- Add the Greens: Stir in the chopped bok choy or spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the greens are wilted but still vibrant.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the wonton soup into bowls and garnish with thinly sliced green onions. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of white pepper or chili oil to the soup.
- Wonton wrappers can be found in the refrigerated or frozen section of Asian grocery stores.
- Ensure the wonton wrappers are sealed tightly to prevent filling leakage during cooking.
- The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
